Police Officer Salary in Utah
A police officer in Utah earns an estimated $78,900 a year ($37.93 an hour). Most workers fall from $53,700 to $114,400, depending on experience and employer.
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Police Officer pay in Utah
| Per year | Per hour | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level (estimate) | $53,700 | $25.82 |
| Median (estimate) | $78,900 | $37.93 |
| Experienced (estimate) | $114,400 | $55.00 |
| US national median | $77,300 | $37.16 |
The Utah estimate is 2% above the national median, reflecting local prices and wages.
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Take-home pay
On the median figure a single filer in Utah keeps about $60,786 a year after federal tax, FICA and state tax, or $2,337.91 per biweekly paycheck. Try your exact numbers in the Utah paycheck calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police officer make in Utah?
About $78,900 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.