City police · Tennessee · FY 2027
Memphis Police Department pay scale Police Officer II · Memphis
A police officer ii with Memphis Police Department starts at $66,975 and reaches $81,001 at top step (FY 2027).
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2026-07-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- Not in our data
- Starting pay
- $66,975
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- $81,001
- Years to top
- 5 years
Annual figures as published alongside hourly rates (about hourly x 2,080).
Police Officer II step table
| Step | Years | Published rate | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-2 years | — | $32.20 / hour | $66,975 |
| 2-3 years | — | $34.63 / hour | $72,028 |
| 3-5 years | — | $38.19 / hour | $79,435 |
| 5 years | — | $38.94 / hour | $81,001 |
Pay by rank
| Rank | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Sergeant I | $88,386 | Not in our data |
Incentive pay
- Hazardous duty pay (CIT, hostage negotiation, motorcycle, bomb, K9, crime scene): $780.00 annually
- Bilingual pay: $912.00 annually
- P.O.S.T. certification: $600 annually
Shift, hiring and lateral pay
- Shift differential
- Fixed 2nd/3rd shift premium for Police Officer II: $22.70 / $45.40 per month, rising to $34.05 / $68.10 after 6 consecutive months
Notes
Rates took effect July 1, 2026. Officers reach the top Police Officer II rate at 5 years. Longevity pay of 0.75% to 1.75% of base starts after 5 years.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Memphis Police Department police officer ii?
Base pay starts at $66,975 a year under the FY 2027 schedule, before overtime and incentives. Annual figures as published alongside hourly rates (about hourly x 2,080).
How much does a Memphis Police Department police officer ii make at top step?
Top-step base pay is $81,001 a year, reached after about 5 years on the schedule. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.
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