First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives Salary in Washington
Also called: Supervisors of Police and Detectives
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Washington earn a median of $136,280 a year, +29% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $136,280
- vs. U.S. median
- +29% ($106,040)
- Rank among states
- 5 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,750
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $105,710; the top 10% earn over $180,770. Nationally the range is $63,350 to $165,110.
States ranked near Washington
Similar jobs in Washington
- First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$98,910 median in Washington
- First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers$62,510 median in Washington
- Social and Community Service Managers$103,000 median in Washington
- First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers$59,980 median in Washington
- Compliance Managers$164,160 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
- Security Managers$139,990 median in Washington (broader BLS group)
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives pay in Washington
How much do first-line supervisors of police and detectives make in Washington?
The median is $136,280 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $105,710 and the top 10% earn over $180,770. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for first-line supervisors of police and detectives?
On pay alone it ranks 5 of 51 (+29% vs. the national median of $106,040). Living costs are not included.