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District of Columbia police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, starting base pay is $75,433, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $75,433 (one department, 1 department). Top step: Not in our data.
District of Columbia departments compared
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| Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia Limited data | City police | $75,433 | Not in our data | Not in our data | Not in our data |
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District of Columbia: starting vs top-step pay
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| Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia | $75,433 | Not in our data |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in District of Columbia?
At Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia, starting base pay is $75,433, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about District of Columbia police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in District of Columbia at $88,650. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Join DC Police (MPD recruiting) · Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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