salary$76,290 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$60,150per year
Top pay (top 10%)$90,940per year
Jobs in the area680people work this job
Can a police officer afford Provo?
OK. Rent of $1,375 a month takes 21.6% of the median police officer salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Provo, UT?
The median pay for a police officer in the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT area is $76,290 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $60,150 and $90,940.
Can a police officer afford to live in Provo?
Typical rent of $1,375 a month takes 21.6% of the median police officer salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT metro area.