What Owensboro PD pays
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$79,458
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.
Hiring bonus
$25,000 for certified laterals.
Up to a $25,000 sign on bonusJob posting · verified Oct 1, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Owensboro PD
Police Officer
Owensboro, KYCloses Oct 16, 2026$62,254startingPolice Officer Reserve
Owensboro, KYOpen$2,281 bonus$44,720startingPolice Officer Lateral Transfer (Certified)
Owensboro, KYContinuous$25,000 bonus$48,194starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral experience required2 years
- Take-home carYes
How Owensboro PD compares nearby
All 4 Owensboro Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Owensboro | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro PD | Hiring | $48,194 | — | $25,000 | |
| Daviess County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| McLean County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Hawesville PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Lewisport PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Hancock County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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