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Oklahoma police payStarting and top-step pay by department
In Oklahoma, median starting base pay is $65,987 across 2 departments and median top-step pay is $87,364 across 2, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $65,987 (median of 2 departments). Top step: $87,364 (median of 2 departments).
Oklahoma departments compared
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| Oklahoma Highway Patrol Limited data | State police | $64,238 | $92,794 | Not in our data | Not in our data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City Police Department Limited data | City police | $67,735 | $81,933 | 7 | FY 2024-25 |
Oklahoma: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Highway Patrol | $64,238 | $92,794 |
| Oklahoma City Police Department | $67,735 | $81,933 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Oklahoma?
In Oklahoma, median starting base pay is $65,987 across 2 departments and median top-step pay is $87,364 across 2, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
Which Oklahoma police agency pays the most?
Of the departments in this guide, Oklahoma Highway Patrol has the highest top-step base pay at $92,794.
What does the federal wage survey say about Oklahoma police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Oklahoma at $59,700. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Join the OHP - Applicant (Compensation table) · Oklahoma Highway Patrol
- Pay Scale and Benefits (Fiscal Year 24/25), Join OKCPD · Oklahoma City Police Department
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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