What Gaston County PD pays
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$99,923
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 8 of 8 Charlotte Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Hiring bonus
$5,000 for certified laterals, two installments of $2,500.
$5,000 – Police Officers and Deputy SheriffsJob posting · verified Oct 1, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Gaston County PD
Police Officer I/II
NCContinuous$5,000 bonus$44,179starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age20
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral experience required2 years
- Take-home carYes
How Gaston County PD compares nearby
All 53 Charlotte Area agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Gaston County PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Gaston County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston County PD | Hiring | $44,179 | — | $5,000 | |
| Belmont PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Dallas PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Gastonia PD | Hiring | $51,300 | +$7,121 | $15,000 | |
| Mount Holly PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Stanley PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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