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New York police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At New York City Police Department, starting base pay is $58,580 and top-step pay is $121,589, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $58,580 (one department, 1 department). Top step: $121,589 (one department, 1 department).
New York departments compared
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| New York City Police Department Limited data | City police | $58,580 | $121,589 | 5.5 | Not in our data |
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New York: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| New York City Police Department | $58,580 | $121,589 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in New York?
At New York City Police Department, starting base pay is $58,580 and top-step pay is $121,589, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about New York police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in New York at $92,790. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Police Officer Salary & Benefits - NYPD · New York City Police Department
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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