What Portsmouth PD pays
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$77,875
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 2 of 4 Hampton Roads departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Portsmouth PD
Certified Police Officer PT
Portsmouth, VAContinuous$29.08/hrstartingCertified Police Officer
Portsmouth, VAContinuous$58,729startingPolice Officer Trainee
Portsmouth, VAContinuous$56,430starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsIf certified out of state, then must be able to obtain a Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Certification within one (1) year of employment.
- Lateral experience required1 years
- Minimum age21
How Portsmouth PD compares nearby
All 17 Hampton Roads agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Portsmouth | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth PD | Hiring | $56,430 | — | None | |
| Norfolk PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Chesapeake PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Newport News PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Hampton PD | Closes in 8 days | $47,258 | −$9,172 | None | |
| Virginia Beach PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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