salary$92,130 a year$44 an hour · median pay in the Reno, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$59,660per year
Top pay (top 10%)$125,400per year
Jobs in the area1,030people work this job
Can a police officer afford Reno?
OK. Rent of $1,783 a month takes 23.2% 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 Reno, NV?
The median pay for a police officer in the Reno, NV area is $92,130 a year ($44 an hour). Most earn between $59,660 and $125,400.
Can a police officer afford to live in Reno?
Typical rent of $1,783 a month takes 23.2% 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 Reno, NV metro area.