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Delaware police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At Delaware State Police, starting base pay is $91,265, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $91,265 (one department, 1 department). Top step: Not in our data.
Delaware departments compared
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| Delaware State Police Limited data | State police | $91,265 | Not in our data | Not in our data | Not in our data |
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Delaware: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| Delaware State Police | $91,265 | Not in our data |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Delaware?
At Delaware State Police, starting base pay is $91,265, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about Delaware police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Delaware at $92,970. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Delaware State Police: Become a Trooper · Delaware State Police
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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