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Vermont police payStarting and top-step pay by department
At Vermont State Police, starting base pay is $84,160 and top-step pay is $128,438, from official pay schedules.
Starting pay: $84,160 (one department, 1 department). Top step: $128,438 (one department, 1 department).
Vermont departments compared
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| Vermont State Police | State police | $84,160 | $128,438 | Not in our data | Not in our data |
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Vermont: starting vs top-step pay
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| Department | Start | Top step |
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| Vermont State Police | $84,160 | $128,438 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do police officers make in Vermont?
At Vermont State Police, starting base pay is $84,160 and top-step pay is $128,438, from official pay schedules. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra.
What does the federal wage survey say about Vermont police pay?
The BLS May 2025 survey puts the median annual wage for all police and sheriff’s patrol officers in Vermont at $68,910. That estimate covers every agency and experience level, so it differs from department pay schedules.
Sources and last checked
- Vermont State Police - Pay and Benefits · Vermont State Police
- BLS OEWS: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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