What Modesto PD pays
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$125,112
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 3 of 4 Modesto Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Hiring bonus
$20,000 for certified laterals.
$20,000 Hiring Incentive - For this position.Job posting · verified Oct 1, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Modesto PD
Police Officer Trainee
Modesto, CAOpen$5,000 bonus$37.53/hrstartingPolice Officer Recruit
Modesto, CAOpen$5,000 bonus$28.93/hrstartingPolice Reserve Officer (Hourly)
Modesto, CAOpen$41.06/hrstartingPolice Officer (Lateral)
Modesto, CAOpen$20,000 bonus$94,266startingPolice Officer (Extra Help) (Temporary)
Modesto, CAContinuousNot publishedPolice Officer
Modesto, CAContinuousNot publishedPolice Officer Trainee
Modesto, CAContinuousNot publishedPolice Officer Recruit
Modesto, CAContinuousNot published
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age20
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Academy paid by departmentYes
- Certification required to applyYes
- Lateral experience required1 years
How Modesto PD compares nearby
All 11 Modesto Area agencies2 nearby departments start higher than Modesto PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Modesto | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto PD | Hiring | $60,174 | — | $20,000 | |
| Stanislaus County Sheriff | Hiring | $54,954 | −$5,220 | None | |
| Ceres PD | Hiring | $73,752 | +$13,578 | None | |
| Hughson PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Newman PD | Hiring | Not published | — | None | |
| Turlock PD | Hiring | $96,564 | +$36,390 | $15,000 |
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