Police Officer Salary in Delaware
A police officer in Delaware earns an estimated $78,400 a year ($37.69 an hour). Most workers fall from $53,300 to $113,700, depending on experience and employer.
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Police Officer pay in Delaware
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $53,300 | $25.63 |
| Median (estimate) | $78,400 | $37.69 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $113,700 | $54.66 |
| US national median | $77,300 | $37.16 |
The Delaware estimate is 1% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Delaware keeps about $59,908 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,304.14 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Delaware paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Delaware?
About $78,400 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.