How much does a Lieutenant Officer make in Dayton, OH?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Lieutenant Officer in Dayton, OH is $74,356. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $62,410 to a high of $90,435, with most professionals earning between $68,103 and $82,772.

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What is a Lieutenant Officer?

A Lieutenant Officer is a mid-level management position within a military or law enforcement organization. They are responsible for leading and supervising a team of officers or soldiers, ensuring that they are properly trained and equipped to carry out their duties. Lieutenant Officers also play a key role in planning and executing missions, as well as maintaining discipline and morale within their unit. They may also be involved in administrative tasks such as budgeting, resource allocation, and personnel management. Additionally, they serve as a liaison between higher-ranking officers and the enlisted personnel, providing guidance and support to both. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
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Average Total Cash Compensation

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What is the average salary for Lieutenant Officer in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lieutenant Officer in Dayton, OH. The base salary for Lieutenant Officer ranges from $68,103 to $82,772 with the average base salary of $74,356. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,771 to $94,216 with the average total cash compensation of $81,886.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $74,356 $68,103 - $82,772
Bonus $7,530 $4,668 - $11,443
Total Pay $81,886 $72,771 - $94,216
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Middletown, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,829 - $82,440 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Springfield, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $66,656 - $81,015 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Hamilton, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,376 - $83,105 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Cincinnati, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,657 - $83,446 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Covington, KY AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,657 - $83,446 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
CITY, STATE Columbus, OH AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,936 - $83,785 COMPARE TO Dayton, OH
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