salary$65,860 a year$32 an hour · median pay in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$55,620per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,870per year
Jobs in the area2,430people work this job
Can a police officer afford Raleigh?
Expensive. Rent of $1,822 a month takes 33.2% of the median police officer salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Raleigh, NC?
The median pay for a police officer in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area is $65,860 a year ($32 an hour). Most earn between $55,620 and $80,870.
Can a police officer afford to live in Raleigh?
Typical rent of $1,822 a month takes 33.2% of the median police officer salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Raleigh-Cary, NC metro area.