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Massachusetts police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At Massachusetts State Police, starting base pay is $80,213, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $80,213 (one department, 1 department). Top step: Not in our data.
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| Massachusetts State Police Limited data | State police | $80,213 | Not in our data | Not in our data | 2024 |
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Massachusetts: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| Massachusetts State Police | $80,213 | Not in our data |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Massachusetts?
At Massachusetts State Police, starting base pay is $80,213, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about Massachusetts police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Massachusetts at $78,940. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Massachusetts State Police pay information · Massachusetts State Police
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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