The Midland Police Department in Texas has announced a significant increase in the base salary for starting officers. The new salary will be $70,344 per year for new police recruits, a rise of over $10,000 from the previous salary of $59,008. This change will take effect from October 1, 2023.
The announcement was made by the Midland Police Department on October 3rd through a Facebook post. The post highlighted the salary increase and also mentioned several other benefits that the department offers to its officers. These benefits include a 2 to 1 match on a Texas retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, rent-free dorms, and provided equipment.
"As our community grows, we are committed to looking after our officers," stated the Facebook post. It also included a link to the Midland, Texas government website, encouraging individuals to apply for positions in the police department. The post featured a graphic displaying the salaries for each position and years of service. The new salary of $70,344 is for Police Recruits, followed by $73,731 for Probationary Officers and $77,270 for Police Officers. Salaries increase with years of service, reaching at least $103,137 by an officer's tenth year.
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This salary increase puts Midland, Texas at the top of the list in terms of police officer salaries. According to the World Population Review website, police officers in America typically earn between $50,000 and $70,000 per year. The highest paying states for police officers are Alaska, California, and New Jersey, with average salaries ranging from $68,100 to $69,000. On the other hand, the lowest paying states for police officers are Idaho, South Dakota, and Mississippi, with average salaries ranging from $51,600 to $53,600. The average salary for a police officer in Texas is $60,500, making Midland's new salary offer significantly higher than the state average and well above the national average of $60,210 for police patrol officers.
With this salary increase, the Midland Police Department aims to attract and retain talented individuals to serve and protect the community. The department recognizes the importance of competitive salaries and benefits in ensuring the well-being and dedication of its officers.