salary$57,440 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Winston-Salem, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,750per year
Jobs in the area1,310people work this job
Can a police officer afford Winston-Salem?
Expensive. Rent of $1,457 a month takes 30.4% 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 Winston-Salem, NC?
The median pay for a police officer in the Winston-Salem, NC area is $57,440 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $43,810 and $75,750.
Can a police officer afford to live in Winston-Salem?
Typical rent of $1,457 a month takes 30.4% 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 Winston-Salem, NC metro area.