What are the main factors that influence a Campus Police Officer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Campus Police Officer's salary?

A Campus Police Officer's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,511 for beginners, reaching about $58,532 at mid-level, and approach $60,258 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Campus Police Officer?

Campus Police Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Campus Police Officer roles are District of Columbia $65,335, California $65,087, Massachusetts $64,219. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Campus Police Officer roles make?

Salaries for Campus Police Officer level roles vary by specialization: Campus Security Director: $130,219; Campus Police Supervisor: $68,093; Campus Security Officer: $66,466; Campus Police: $66,044; Police Officer: $64,000.

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Campus Police Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Campus Police Officer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Campus Police Officer in Delaware is $59,758 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Campus Police Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,894
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,914 to $64,540
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,682

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Campus Police Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,540	$5,378	$1,241	$31
Average	$59,758	$4,980	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$52,914	$4,409	$1,018	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Campus Police Officer Salaries

A Campus Police Officer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Campus Police Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Campus Police Officer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $57,511
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,022
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $58,532
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $59,554
Expert (over 8 years): $60,258

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Campus Police Officer	$57,511
Intermediate Level Campus Police Officer	$58,022
Senior Level Campus Police Officer	$58,532
Specialist Level Campus Police Officer	$59,554
Expert Level Campus Police Officer	$60,258

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How Do Campus Police Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Campus Police Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,335.
California: $65,087.
Massachusetts: $64,219.

District of Columbia $65,335 California $65,087 Massachusetts $64,219 Washington $63,983 New Jersey $63,960 Alaska $63,877 Connecticut $63,063 New York $62,732

Hawaii $61,676 Rhode Island $61,181 Maryland $60,844 Minnesota $60,384 Colorado $60,207 Illinois $60,148 Oregon $59,924 Delaware $59,758

New Hampshire $59,655 Virginia $59,422 Pennsylvania $58,743 Nevada $58,401 North Dakota $58,289 Michigan $58,112 Wisconsin $58,047 Vermont $57,917

Texas $57,557 Maine $57,534 Arizona $57,498 Ohio $57,457 Georgia $56,914 Indiana $56,643 Wyoming $56,590 Utah $56,507

Iowa $56,472 Kansas $56,188 Louisiana $56,106 North Carolina $56,076 Missouri $56,064 Florida $55,834 Montana $55,710 Nebraska $55,592

Kentucky $55,527 South Carolina $55,291 Tennessee $55,144 Idaho $55,085 New Mexico $54,654 Oklahoma $54,560 Alabama $54,212 South Dakota $53,627

Arkansas $53,309 West Virginia $53,138 Mississippi $52,624

Top Paying Cities for Campus Police Officers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $61,847
Little Creek: $61,275
Magnolia: $61,529

Lincoln, DE $61,847 Little Creek, DE $61,275 Magnolia, DE $61,529 Milford, DE $61,847 Marydel, DE $61,045 Millsboro, DE $61,847 Millville, DE $62,260 Milton, DE $61,847

Nassau, DE $61,847 Ocean View, DE $62,260 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,260 Seaford, DE $61,198 Selbyville, DE $62,260 Smyrna, DE $60,974 Viola, DE $61,529 Woodside, DE $61,352

Bear, DE $60,526 Newark, DE $60,549 Claymont, DE $60,596 Delaware City, DE $60,549 Hockessin, DE $60,596 Kirkwood, DE $60,549 Middletown, DE $60,850 Montchanin, DE $60,596

New Castle, DE $60,596 Odessa, DE $60,933 Port Penn, DE $60,384 Rockland, DE $60,596 Saint Georges, DE $60,549 Townsend, DE $60,844 Winterthur, DE $60,596 Lewes, DE $61,847

Wilmington, DE $60,596 Dover, DE $61,245 Dover Afb, DE $61,387 Bethany Beach, DE $62,260 Bethel, DE $61,198 Bridgeville, DE $61,847 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,310 Cheswold, DE $61,104

Clayton, DE $60,950 Dagsboro, DE $62,260 Delmar, DE $61,198 Ellendale, DE $61,847 Felton, DE $61,847 Fenwick Island, DE $62,260 Frankford, DE $62,260 Frederica, DE $61,847

Georgetown, DE $61,847 Greenwood, DE $61,847 Harbeson, DE $61,847 Harrington, DE $61,847 Hartly, DE $60,921 Houston, DE $61,847 Kenton, DE $60,950 Laurel, DE $61,198

Yorklyn, DE $60,596

Campus Police Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Campus Police Officer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$52,914

Average $59,758/year

$64,540

$4,409

Average $4,980/month

$5,378

$1,018

Average $1,149/week

$1,241

$25

Average $29/hour

$31

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$64,540	$5,378	$1,241	$31
Average	$59,758	$4,980	$1,149	$29
25th Percentile	$52,914	$4,409	$1,018	$25

Campus Police Officer Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Campus Police Officer, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Campus Police Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $68,958 - a projected growth of 15% over your current level.

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