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Tampa Police Department pay scale Police Officer · Tampa

A police officer with Tampa Police Department starts at $77,937 and reaches $126,547 at top step.

Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.

Key figures

Academy pay
Not in our data
Starting pay
$77,937
After probation
Not in our data
Top step
$126,547
Years to top
10 years

Annual figures as published by the City of Tampa.

Incentive pay

  • Tuition reimbursement (undergrad): $3,500/semester

Shift, hiring and lateral pay

Lateral officers
Starting pay up to $89,336 with prior experience

Notes

New officers start at $77,937, or up to $89,336 with prior experience. Master Patrol Officers earn at least $126,547 after 10 years.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting salary for a Tampa Police Department police officer?

Base pay starts at $77,937 a year, before overtime and incentives. Annual figures as published by the City of Tampa.

How much does a Tampa Police Department police officer make at top step?

Top-step base pay is $126,547 a year, reached after about 10 years on the schedule. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.

Does Tampa Police Department hire lateral officers with a bonus?

Starting pay up to $89,336 with prior experience

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