salary$72,400 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Tyler, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,480per year
Top pay (top 10%)$97,800per year
Jobs in the area490people work this job
Can a police officer afford Tyler?
OK. Rent of $1,389 a month takes 23.0% 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 Tyler, TX?
The median pay for a police officer in the Tyler, TX area is $72,400 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $44,480 and $97,800.
Can a police officer afford to live in Tyler?
Typical rent of $1,389 a month takes 23.0% 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 Tyler, TX metro area.