State police · Texas · FY 2026-27
Texas Department of Public Safety pay scale Trooper
A trooper with Texas Department of Public Safety starts at $65,851 and reaches $98,085 at top step (FY 2026-27).
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2025-09-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- $51,255
- Starting pay
- $65,851
- After probation
- $55,441
- Top step
- $98,085
- Years to top
- 20 years
Annual rates as published in Salary Schedule C.
Trooper step table
| Step | Years | Published rate | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| <4 yrs | — | $65,851 | $65,851 |
| >=4 yrs | — | $80,274 | $80,274 |
| >=8 yrs | — | $85,989 | $85,989 |
| >=12 yrs | — | $89,789 | $89,789 |
| >=16 yrs | — | $93,937 | $93,937 |
| >=20 yrs | — | $98,085 | $98,085 |
Pay by rank
| Rank | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Sergeant (C4) | $89,981 | $107,038 |
| Lieutenant (C5) | $102,171 | $120,695 |
| Captain (C6) | $127,283 | $138,581 |
Notes
Trooper trainees are paid $51,255 and probationary troopers $55,441. Troopers earn $65,851 in their first four years and step up by years of service to $98,085 at 20 years. Rates run September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2027.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper?
Base pay starts at $65,851 a year under the FY 2026-27 schedule, before overtime and incentives. Annual rates as published in Salary Schedule C.
How much does a Texas Department of Public Safety trooper make at top step?
Top-step base pay is $98,085 a year, reached after about 20 years on the schedule. Longevity, overtime and incentive pay are extra.
Are Texas Department of Public Safety recruits paid during the academy?
Yes. The official source gives academy pay of $51,255 a year.
Sources and last checked
- State Auditor's Office Salary Schedule C (GAA), Effective Sept 1, 2025 - Aug 31, 2027
- Texas Department of Public Safety pay schedule document
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