What Lake Havasu City PD pays
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$94,931
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
$62,192
For certified officersPosting · verified Oct 1, 2026Tracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 4 of 4 Lake Havasu City Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Lake Havasu City PD
POLICE OFFICER-CERTIFIED/LATERAL
Lake Havasu City, AZContinuous$32.35/hrstartingPolice Officer Trainee
Lake Havasu City, AZContinuous$29.90/hrstarting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Academy paid by departmentYes
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsOut-of-State Lateral Officers may be able to gain AZPOST Certification through the waiver process, and if successfully completed, will not be required to attend the academy.
- ScheduleDepending on the assignment, officers may work 10- or 12-hour shifts.
- PensionPublic Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS)
How Lake Havasu City PD compares nearby
All 5 Lake Havasu City Area agencies2 nearby departments start higher than Lake Havasu City PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Lake Havasu City | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Havasu City PD | Hiring | $62,192 | — | None | |
| La Paz County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Kingman PD | Hiring | $67,080 | +$4,888 | None | |
| Parker PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Quartzsite PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Bullhead City PD | Hiring | $67,038 | +$4,846 | None |
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