salary$59,690 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$52,050per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,030per year
Jobs in the area4,320people work this job
Can a police officer afford Virginia Beach?
Expensive. Rent of $1,924 a month takes 38.7% 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 Virginia Beach, VA?
The median pay for a police officer in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC area is $59,690 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $52,050 and $94,030.
Can a police officer afford to live in Virginia Beach?
Typical rent of $1,924 a month takes 38.7% 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 Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area.