salary$84,000 a year$40 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$62,110per year
Top pay (top 10%)$99,210per year
Jobs in the area1,520people work this job
Can a police officer afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 41.3% 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 Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a police officer in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $84,000 a year ($40 an hour). Most earn between $62,110 and $99,210.
Can a police officer afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 41.3% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.