salary$76,060 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Pueblo, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$71,580per year
Top pay (top 10%)$91,250per year
Jobs in the area270people work this job
Can a police officer afford Pueblo?
OK. Rent of $1,283 a month takes 20.2% 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 Pueblo, CO?
The median pay for a police officer in the Pueblo, CO area is $76,060 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $71,580 and $91,250.
Can a police officer afford to live in Pueblo?
Typical rent of $1,283 a month takes 20.2% 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 Pueblo, CO metro area.