salary$76,970 a year$37 an hour · median pay in the Tucson, AZ area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$57,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$100,510per year
Jobs in the area1,600people work this job
Can a police officer afford Tucson?
OK. Rent of $1,358 a month takes 21.2% 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 Tucson, AZ?
The median pay for a police officer in the Tucson, AZ area is $76,970 a year ($37 an hour). Most earn between $57,990 and $100,510.
Can a police officer afford to live in Tucson?
Typical rent of $1,358 a month takes 21.2% 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 Tucson, AZ metro area.