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Police officer salary in Australia

How much does a Police Officer make in Australia?

Average base salary

$99,590

The average salary for a police officer is $99,590 per year in Australia. 26 salaries reported, updated at 20 July 2026

Police Officer job openings in Australia

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Police Medical Officer
Victoria Police3.4out of 5 stars.
Melbourne City Centre VIC
$240,000 a year
Part-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Police Officer in Australia

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Victoria Police
 
$106,528per year
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NSW Government
 
$105,000per year
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Queensland Police Service
 
$98,998per year
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NSW Police Force
 
$96,903per year
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Australian Federal Police
 
$95,218per year
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Western Australia Police Force
 
$91,479per year
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Highest paying cities near Australia for Police Officers

  1. Brisbane QLD
    $115,538 per year
  2. Perth WA
    $109,866 per year
  3. Sydney NSW
    $99,577 per year
  4. Canberra ACT
    $93,949 per year
  5. Melbourne VIC
    $90,550 per year

Where can a Police Officer earn more?

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How much do similar professions as Police Officer get paid in Australia?

Entry Level Police Officer

Job openings
Average $150,545 per year

Senior Police Officer

Job openings
Average $121,533 per year