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Florida police payStarting and top-step pay by department
In Florida, median starting base pay is $71,892 across 3 departments and median top-step pay is $116,902 across 2, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $71,892 (median of 3 departments). Top step: $116,902 (median of 2 departments).
Florida departments compared
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| Tampa Police Department | City police | $77,937 | $126,547 | 10 | Not in our data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Sheriff's Office | Sheriff | $71,892 | $107,256 | 17 | FY 2026-27 |
| Florida Highway Patrol Limited data | State police | $62,400 | Not in our data | Not in our data | Not in our data |
Florida: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa Police Department | $77,937 | $126,547 |
| Jacksonville Sheriff's Office | $71,892 | $107,256 |
| Florida Highway Patrol | $62,400 | Not in our data |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Florida?
In Florida, median starting base pay is $71,892 across 3 departments and median top-step pay is $116,902 across 2, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
Which Florida police agency pays the most?
Of the departments in this guide, Tampa Police Department has the highest top-step base pay at $126,547.
What does the federal wage survey say about Florida police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Florida at $74,470. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- City of Tampa - Join TPD as a Police Officer · Tampa Police Department
- City of Jacksonville / F.O.P. Police Officers through Sergeants Agreement, Oct 1, 2024 - Sep 30, 2027, Schedules D and E · Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
- Jacksonville Sheriff's Office: official source page · Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
- Florida Highway Patrol recruiting: Why Apply / State Trooper · Florida Highway Patrol
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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