State police · Illinois · FY 2027
Illinois State Police pay scale Limited dataTrooper
A trooper with Illinois State Police starts at $90,828 in base pay (FY 2027). Top-step pay is not in our data yet.
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2026-07-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- Not in our data
- Starting pay
- $90,828
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- Not in our data
- Years to top
- Not in our data
Annual figure as published.
Shift, hiring and lateral pay
- Shift differential
- Shift differential pay (amount not stated)
Notes
As of July 1, 2026, a first-year Trooper earns $90,828 base after finishing the academy. Raises come through service steps or promotion; the step schedule is not posted on the recruiting page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Illinois State Police trooper?
Base pay starts at $90,828 a year under the FY 2027 schedule, before overtime and incentives. Annual figure as published.
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