What National City PD pays
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$134,010
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 6 of 8 San Diego County departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at National City PD
POLICE RECRUIT
National City, CACloses Nov 29, 2026$79,879startingPOLICE OFFICER (ACADEMY GRADUATE/ACADEMY ENROLLED/LATERAL)
National City, CACloses Nov 29, 2026$9,096/mostarting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyNo
How National City PD compares nearby
All 26 San Diego County agencies1 nearby department starts higher than National City PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs National City | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National City PD | Hiring | $79,879 | — | None | |
| San Diego PD | Hiring | $76,170 | −$3,709 | None | |
| Coronado PD | Hiring | $101,364 | +$21,485 | None | |
| Lemon Grove PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Imperial Beach PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| La Mesa PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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