salary$75,850 a year$36 an hour · median pay in the Waco, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$56,150per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,870per year
Jobs in the area690people work this job
Can a police officer afford Waco?
OK. Rent of $1,349 a month takes 21.3% 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 Waco, TX?
The median pay for a police officer in the Waco, TX area is $75,850 a year ($36 an hour). Most earn between $56,150 and $94,870.
Can a police officer afford to live in Waco?
Typical rent of $1,349 a month takes 21.3% 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 Waco, TX metro area.