salary$77,230 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Rochester, MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,300per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,430per year
Jobs in the area390people work this job
Can a police officer afford Rochester?
OK. Rent of $1,704 a month takes 26.5% 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 Rochester, MN?
The median pay for a police officer in the Rochester, MN area is $77,230 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $61,300 and $96,430.
Can a police officer afford to live in Rochester?
Typical rent of $1,704 a month takes 26.5% 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 Rochester, MN metro area.