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Corpus Christi Police Department pay scale Police Officer · Corpus Christi
A police officer with Corpus Christi Police Department starts at $64,380 and reaches $78,732 at top step.
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2026-04-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- $55,428
- Starting pay
- $64,380
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- $78,732
- Years to top
- 3.5 years
Schedule is published as monthly pay; annual figures are monthly x 12.
Police Officer step table
| Step | Years | Published rate | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start | — | $5,365/mo | $64,380 |
| 6 months | — | $5,631/mo | $67,572 |
| 18 months | — | $5,924/mo | $71,088 |
| 30 months | — | $6,238/mo | $74,856 |
| 42 months | — | $6,561/mo | $78,732 |
Pay by rank
| Rank | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Police Cadet | $55,428 | $55,428 |
| Police Officer | $64,380 | $78,732 |
| Senior Officer | $82,560 | $95,436 |
| Lieutenant | $97,848 | $110,676 |
| Captain | $112,908 | $119,328 |
Incentive pay
- Bachelor's degree: $125/month (about $1,500 a year)
- Master's degree: $155/month (about $1,860 a year)
- Longevity per year of service (max 25): $15/month (about $180 a year)
- Field Training Officer: $300/month (about $3,600 a year)
- Clothing allowance: $504/year
Shift, hiring and lateral pay
- Shift differential
- Graveyard $75/month; weekend $50-$100/month
Notes
Corpus Christi cadets earn $4,619 a month in the academy and officers start at $5,365 a month. Officers reach the top step of $6,561 a month after 42 months; promotion to senior officer pays more.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Corpus Christi Police Department police officer?
Base pay starts at $64,380 a year, before overtime and incentives. Schedule is published as monthly pay; annual figures are monthly x 12.
How much does a Corpus Christi Police Department police officer make at top step?
Top-step base pay is $78,732 a year, reached after about 3.5 years on the schedule. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.
Are Corpus Christi Police Department recruits paid during the academy?
Yes. The official source gives academy pay of $55,428 a year.
Sources and last checked
- Pay & Benefits - CCPD Careers; Salaries (Effective April 1 2026)
- Corpus Christi Police Department pay schedule document
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