What Carlsbad PD pays
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$126,922
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 2 of 8 San Diego County departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Carlsbad PD
Police Officer - Lateral (2026)
Carlsbad, CAOpen$104,416starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsIf you are an out of state lateral, you must obtain a POST waiver prior to your hire date.
How Carlsbad PD compares nearby
All 26 San Diego County agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Carlsbad | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad PD | Hiring | $104,416 | — | None | |
| Vista PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Del Mar PD | Hiring | Not published | — | None | |
| Encinitas PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Solana Beach PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| San Marcos PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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