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How much does a Policeman make in Tennessee? The average Policeman salary in Tennessee is $58,790 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $54,890 and $63,990. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Policeman Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Policeman Salary $51,339 TN February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Policeman Salary $54,890 TN February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Policeman Salary $58,790 TN February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Policeman Salary $63,990 TN February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Policeman Salary $68,724 TN February 26, 2024
25% $54,890 10% $51,339 90% $68,724 75% $63,990 $58,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Policeman is responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Being a Policeman typically reports to a Police Sergeant. Requires an associate's degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Working as a Policeman typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Policeman

    1 - 3 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Police or Sheriff's Patrol Sergeant

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Adams, TN Avg. Salary $57,835 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adamsville, TN Avg. Salary $54,568 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Afton, TN Avg. Salary $55,922 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alamo, TN Avg. Salary $58,742 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alcoa, TN Avg. Salary $58,542 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, TN Avg. Salary $59,102 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allardt, TN Avg. Salary $58,155 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allons, TN Avg. Salary $58,628 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allred, TN Avg. Salary $58,155 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alpine, TN Avg. Salary $58,155 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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