State police · Kansas
Kansas Highway Patrol pay scale Trooper
A trooper with Kansas Highway Patrol starts at $68,869 and reaches $72,301 at top step.
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- $62,462
- Starting pay
- $68,869
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- $72,301
- Years to top
- 4 years
Hourly rates x 2,080 (source does not state annual hours).
Trooper step table
| Step | Years | Published rate | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trooper 0-3 years in rank | — | $33.11 / hour | $68,869 |
| Trooper 4-5 years in rank | — | $34.76 / hour | $72,301 |
Pay by rank
| Rank | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Master Trooper/Technical Trooper | $79,726 | $96,928 |
Shift, hiring and lateral pay
- Shift differential
- Shift differentials and weekend premium pay for Saturday and Sunday shifts (amounts not stated)
Notes
Trainees earn $30.03 an hour in the academy; already-certified officers earn $33.89. After 5 years, Troopers can be promoted to Master or Technical Trooper, which pays $38.33 to $46.60 an hour. The page does not give an effective date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper?
Base pay starts at $68,869 a year, before overtime and incentives. Hourly rates x 2,080 (source does not state annual hours).
How much does a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper make at top step?
Top-step base pay is $72,301 a year, reached after about 4 years on the schedule. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.
Are Kansas Highway Patrol recruits paid during the academy?
Yes. The official source gives academy pay of $62,462 a year.
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