Police Officer Salary in Georgia
A police officer in Georgia earns an estimated $74,600 a year ($35.87 an hour). Most workers fall from $50,700 to $108,200, depending on experience and employer.
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Police Officer pay in Georgia
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $50,700 | $24.38 |
| Median (estimate) | $74,600 | $35.87 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $108,200 | $52.02 |
| US national median | $77,300 | $37.16 |
The Georgia estimate is 3% below the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Georgia keeps about $57,439 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,209.21 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Georgia paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Georgia?
About $74,600 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.