How much does a Chief of Police make in Baton Rouge, LA? The average Chief of Police salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $113,400 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $107,000 and $120,300. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Chief of Police Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Chief of Police Salary $101,173 Baton Rouge,LA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Chief of Police Salary $107,000 Baton Rouge,LA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Chief of Police Salary $113,400 Baton Rouge,LA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Chief of Police Salary $120,300 Baton Rouge,LA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Chief of Police Salary $126,582 Baton Rouge,LA April 24, 2024
25% $107,000 10% $101,173 90% $126,582 75% $120,300 $113,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Chief of Police responsibilities include police service planning, organizational development, personnel management, community policing, and community relations. Enforces the law on a town, city, or county level. Being a Chief of Police requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. May also be involved in administrative, financial/budgetary, and operations/labor relations tasks. In addition, Chief of Police typically reports to an elected official. The Chief of Police manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Chief of Police typically requires at least 10 years of law enforcement experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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