What San Mateo PD pays
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$168,066
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 9 of 44 San Francisco Bay Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Hiring bonus
$30,000 for certified laterals.
As an incentive, those hired meeting the criteria, could be eligible for a $30,000 hiring bonus.Job posting · verified Oct 1, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at San Mateo PD
Police Officer – Lateral w/$30,000 bonus
San Mateo, CAContinuous$30,000 bonus$11,752startingPolice Officer Trainee (entry level)
San Mateo, CAContinuous$1,500 bonus$9,990starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Certification required to applyYes
- Lateral experience required3 years
- Minimum age21
- EducationAssociate degree
- Academy paid by departmentYes
How San Mateo PD compares nearby
All 73 San Francisco Bay Area agencies1 nearby department starts higher than San Mateo PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs San Mateo | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Mateo PD | Hiring | $119,875 | — | $30,000 | |
| Foster City PD | Hiring | $123,551 | +$3,676 | None | |
| Belmont PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Hillsborough PD | Hiring | $111,108 | −$8,767 | None | |
| Burlingame PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Redwood City PD | Hiring | Not published | — | None |
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