What Huntington Beach PD pays
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$178,199
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
$107,098
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 45 of 52 Los Angeles Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Huntington Beach PD
POLICE RECRUIT
Huntington Beach, CAContinuous$6,194/mostartingPOLICE OFFICER (Experienced)
Huntington Beach, CAContinuous$9,002/mostartingPolice Lateral and Police Recruit
Huntington Beach, CAContinuous$74,098starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyNo
- Tattoo policyEmployees shall not visibly display markings on the following body parts/areas: Head, neck, ears, mouth, scalp, face, hands (exception: wedding band tattoo on ring finger). Markings detrimental to good order are prohibited from visibility.
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsOut-of-state candidates must have completed Step 2 of the California POST Basic Waiver program prior to applying.
- Lateral experience required1 years
- Pension3%@50 for CalPERS CLASSIC members
How Huntington Beach PD compares nearby
All 142 Los Angeles Area agencies3 nearby departments start higher than Huntington Beach PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Huntington Beach | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Beach PD | Hiring | $68,832 | — | None | |
| Anaheim PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Costa Mesa PD | Hiring | $86,364 | +$17,532 | $25,000 | |
| Cypress PD | Hiring | $97,845 | +$29,013 | None | |
| Garden Grove PD | Closes in 3 days | $101,280 | +$32,448 | None | |
| Irvine PD | Hiring | $61,589 | −$7,243 | None |
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