salary$79,840 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$61,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$115,690per year
Jobs in the area14,710people work this job
Can a police officer afford West Palm Beach?
Expensive. Rent of $2,188 a month takes 32.9% 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 West Palm Beach, FL?
The median pay for a police officer in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL area is $79,840 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $61,600 and $115,690.
Can a police officer afford to live in West Palm Beach?
Typical rent of $2,188 a month takes 32.9% 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 Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL metro area.