Police Officer Salary in Alabama
A police officer in Alabama earns an estimated $70,800 a year ($34.04 an hour). Most workers fall from $48,100 to $102,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Police Officer pay in Alabama
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $48,100 | $23.13 |
| Median (estimate) | $70,800 | $34.04 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $102,700 | $49.38 |
| US national median | $77,300 | $37.16 |
The Alabama estimate is 8% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Alabama keeps about $55,806 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,146.38 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Alabama paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Alabama?
About $70,800 a year at the median (estimate).
Is this an official figure?
No. It is an estimate based on the national BLS median and a state wage index. Check BLS OEWS tables for official data.
Sources and method
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Occupational Outlook Handbook
- Bureau of Economic Analysis: regional price parities
- Estimate, not official state data
Page last updated November 2026. See our editorial policy and disclaimer.