salary$63,920 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Topeka, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,320per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,860per year
Jobs in the area610people work this job
Can a police officer afford Topeka?
OK. Rent of $1,148 a month takes 21.6% 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 Topeka, KS?
The median pay for a police officer in the Topeka, KS area is $63,920 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $47,320 and $97,860.
Can a police officer afford to live in Topeka?
Typical rent of $1,148 a month takes 21.6% 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 Topeka, KS metro area.