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Oregon police payStarting and top-step pay by department
In Oregon, median starting base pay is $80,559 across 2 departments and median top-step pay is $117,815 across 2, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $80,559 (median of 2 departments). Top step: $117,815 (median of 2 departments).
Oregon departments compared
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| Portland Police Bureau | City police | $84,053 | $119,662 | 8 | Not in our data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State Police | State police | $77,064 | $115,968 | 6 | Not in our data |
Oregon: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
|---|---|---|
| Portland Police Bureau | $84,053 | $119,662 |
| Oregon State Police | $77,064 | $115,968 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Oregon?
In Oregon, median starting base pay is $80,559 across 2 departments and median top-step pay is $117,815 across 2, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
Which Oregon police agency pays the most?
Of the departments in this guide, Portland Police Bureau has the highest top-step base pay at $119,662.
What does the federal wage survey say about Oregon police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Oregon at $88,140. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Join Portland Police: Wages & Benefits · Portland Police Bureau
- OSP Become a Trooper - Monthly Base Salary (updated January 2026) · Oregon State Police
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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