California Median
$163,960
per year
Hourly Rate
$78.83
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+55% vs US median
US median $106,040
State Rank
#1 of 51
13,200 employed here
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives make in California?
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in California take home a median of $163,960 annually — roughly $78.83 an hour — which runs 55% above the national median of $106,040.
Within California, entry-level pay starts around $121,720 while the top 10% make $204,500 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $135,170 and $190,130 a year.
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salary range in California
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $121,720 | $58.52 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $135,170 | $64.99 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $163,960 | $78.83 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $190,130 | $91.41 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $204,500 | $98.32 |
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How California compares
California ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salary in other states
New Jersey $142,990Hawaii $140,590Alaska $137,320Washington $136,280Illinois $135,080District of Columbia $134,760Nevada $132,100Delaware $131,080Colorado $126,810New York $124,080Oregon $122,130Maryland $120,700Minnesota $118,750Texas $111,000Utah $110,500Connecticut $109,360Nebraska $106,100Arizona $104,850Massachusetts $104,320Pennsylvania $102,400Virginia $101,230Florida $100,880New Hampshire $100,060Vermont $99,280Iowa $98,840Ohio $98,380North Dakota $98,300Michigan $98,140Rhode Island $97,690Wisconsin $97,120Idaho $94,920Missouri $94,440Maine $92,350New Mexico $92,200Wyoming $91,400North Carolina $91,100Montana $89,380South Dakota $87,810Kansas $82,950Oklahoma $82,830Indiana $81,540Kentucky $80,390Georgia $80,120Alabama $75,970Tennessee $74,770West Virginia $74,280South Carolina $73,700Louisiana $70,470Arkansas $62,290Mississippi $59,860
Working as First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in California
Nationally, about 155,000 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare California pay ($163,960) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives make in California?
The median First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salary in California is $163,960 per year, or about $78.83 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $121,720 at the entry level to $204,500 for the top 10% of earners.
How does California pay compare to the national average?
California pays First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives about 55% more than the national median of $106,040. California ranks 1st out of 51 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is California a good state for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives?
Yes on pay — California pays above the national median for this occupation, at $163,960 a year. About 13,200 First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives are employed in California. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in California?
The highest-paying occupations in California include Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric ($400,150), Neurologist ($357,080), Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers ($353,900), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.