salary$58,460 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,840per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,460per year
Jobs in the area1,010people work this job
Can a police officer afford Springfield?
OK. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 24.0% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a police officer in the Springfield, MO area is $58,460 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $43,840 and $78,460.
Can a police officer afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 24.0% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.