What Richland PD pays
How we get pay dataTop of scale
$120,723
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
$5,000 for certified laterals, paid after successful completion of probationary period.
Relocation expenses of up to $5,000 paid (proof of expenses required) after successful completion of probationary period.Job posting · verified Oct 1, 2026 · sourceOpen jobs at Richland PD
Police Officer - Exceptional Entry Level
Richland, WAContinuous$46.53/hrstartingPolice Officer - Entry Level
Richland, WAContinuous$46.53/hrstartingPolice Officer - Lateral
Richland, WAContinuous$5,000 bonus$48.95/hrstarting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Schedule12-hour shifts
- Academy paid by departmentYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsOut of state candidates, who have previously certified in another state, must pass the CJTC equivalency examination
- Lateral experience required2 years
How Richland PD compares nearby
All 8 Tri-Cities WA agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Richland PD.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Richland | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richland PD | Hiring | $96,782 | — | $5,000 | |
| West Richland PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Benton County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Franklin County Sheriff | Hiring | Not published | — | None | |
| Kennewick PD | Hiring | $100,108 | +$3,326 | None | |
| Pasco PD | Hiring | $94,806 | −$1,976 | None |
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