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New Mexico police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At Albuquerque Police Department, starting base pay is $79,248 and top-step pay is $86,091, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $79,248 (one department, 1 department). Top step: $86,091 (one department, 1 department).
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| Albuquerque Police Department | City police | $79,248 | $86,091 | 15 | FY 2026 |
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New Mexico: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| Albuquerque Police Department | $79,248 | $86,091 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in New Mexico?
At Albuquerque Police Department, starting base pay is $79,248 and top-step pay is $86,091, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about New Mexico police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in New Mexico at $69,180. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- MOU Between the City of Albuquerque and APOA (August 9, 2025) · Albuquerque Police Department
- Albuquerque Police Department: official source page · Albuquerque Police Department
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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