City of Salem, OR Police Officer Pay
Based on 13 postings, Dec 2025–Aug 2026
City of Salem, OR posted Police Officer pay of $43.12–$51.42/hr in August 2026. Across 13 postings (Dec 2025–Aug 2026) the posted ranges ran $39–$51.42/hr.
$43.12–$51.42/hr
No Police Officer openings at City of Salem, OR right now. Past postings and their pay are below.
Pay changes for the same job
| Posting | Posted ranges over time |
|---|---|
| Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral | Dec 2025 $43–$51/hr → Aug 2026 $43.12–$51.42/hr |
| Police Officer - Entry Level | Jan 2026 $39–$51/hr → Aug 2026 $39.11–$51.42/hr |
| Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral | Jan 2026 $43–$51/hr → Aug 2026 $43.12–$51.42/hr |
Posted pay ranges
Each distinct range City of Salem posted for Police Officer roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.
Postings this is based on
Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.
| Posted | Posting | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral | $43.12–$51.42/hr |
| Aug 31, 2026 | Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral | $43.12–$51.42/hr |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Police Officer - Entry Level | $39.11–$51.42/hr |
| Jul 1, 2026 | Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral | $43–$51/hr |
| Jun 30, 2026 | Police Officer, In-State Lateral | $43–$51/hr |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Police Officer - Entry Level | $39–$51/hr |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral | $43–$51/hr |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Police Officer - Oregon In-State Lateral | $43–$51/hr |
| Apr 20, 2026 | Police Officer - Entry Level | $39–$51/hr |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral | $43–$51/hr |
City of Salem, OR Police Officer Pay: FAQ
How much does City of Salem, OR pay a Police Officer?
City of Salem, OR's most recent Police Officer posting (August 2026) listed $43.12–$51.42/hr.
What is the Police Officer pay range at City of Salem, OR?
Across 13 Police Officer postings from Dec 2025–Aug 2026, posted pay ran $39–$51.42/hr.
Has City of Salem, OR Police Officer pay changed?
Yes. Police Officer - Out-of-State Lateral: Dec 2025 $43–$51/hr → Aug 2026 $43.12–$51.42/hr.