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Honolulu Police Department pay scale Metropolitan Police Officer · Honolulu
A metropolitan police officer with Honolulu Police Department starts at $87,108 and reaches $118,680 at top step (FY 2027).
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2026-07-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- $83,808
- Starting pay
- $87,108
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- $118,680
- Years to top
- Not in our data
Annual figures as printed by HPD (monthly x 12).
Metropolitan Police Officer step table
| Step | Years | Published rate | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Police Recruit (first year) | — | $6,984 per month | $83,808 |
| Metropolitan Police Officer PO-07 Step A | — | $7,259 per month | $87,108 |
| Metropolitan Police Officer maximum | — | $118,680 per year | $118,680 |
Incentive pay
- Standards of Conduct Differential (SOCD): $658.67 per month (about $7,904 a year)
- Higher education reimbursement: up to $600 per session/$9,600 per fiscal year
Notes
New hires spend their first year as Metropolitan Police Recruits at $83,808, then move to officer at $87,108. Officers also receive a $658.67 monthly Standards of Conduct Differential on top of base pay. Base pay steps up under the union contract to a maximum of $118,680.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Honolulu Police Department metropolitan police officer?
Base pay starts at $87,108 a year under the FY 2027 schedule, before overtime and incentives. Annual figures as printed by HPD (monthly x 12).
How much does a Honolulu Police Department metropolitan police officer make at top step?
Top-step base pay is $118,680 a year. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.
Are Honolulu Police Department recruits paid during the academy?
Yes. The official source gives academy pay of $83,808 a year.
Sources and last checked
- Honolulu Police Department recruiting: Salary + Benefits (Metropolitan Police Recruit / Officer)
- Honolulu Police Department pay schedule document
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