What Colonial Heights PD pays
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$66,624
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 5 of 8 Richmond Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Colonial Heights PD
Police Officer (Certified)
Colonial Heights, VAContinuous$58,000startingPolice Officer Recruit
Colonial Heights, VAContinuous$56,585starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Academy paid by departmentYes
- Certification required to applyYes
- Lateral experience required3 years
- PensionVirginia Retirement System
How Colonial Heights PD compares nearby
All 22 Richmond Area agencies2 nearby departments start higher than Colonial Heights PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Colonial Heights | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial Heights PD | Hiring | $56,585 | — | None | |
| Petersburg PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Hopewell PD | Hiring | $58,334 | +$1,749 | $20,000 | |
| Prince George County PD | Hiring | $58,432 | +$1,847 | None | |
| Chesterfield County PD | Closes in 3 days | $53,214 | −$3,371 | None | |
| Henrico County PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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