What Fresno PD pays
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$119,880
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 6 Fresno Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Fresno PD
Police Officer Recruit
Fresno, CACloses Oct 25, 2026$81,120startingPolice Officer Lateral
Fresno, CACloses Dec 31, 2026$89,412starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsNo
- Lateral termsTwo (2) years of experience performing the full range of duties as a sworn Peace Officer with a local governmental law enforcement agency within the past one (1) year, and possession of a California State Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Basic Certificate.
- Lateral experience required2 years
How Fresno PD compares nearby
All 23 Fresno Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Fresno | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno PD | Hiring | $81,120 | — | None | |
| Firebaugh PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Huron PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Kingsburg PD | Hiring | $70,739 | −$10,381 | None | |
| Orange Cove PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Parlier PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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