First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $115,180 +8.7% vs national
Median hourly $55.38
10th percentile $56,570
90th percentile $164,510
Employed locally 70
National median $105,980

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,570
    25th
    $75,140
    50th (median)
    $115,180
    75th
    $158,720
    90th
    $164,510

    Top-paying metros for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

    Metro areaMedian salary
    El Centro, CA $177,610
    Vallejo, CA $176,840
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $173,900
    Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA $169,590
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $168,660
    Napa, CA $168,580

    Related occupations in Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $71,050
    Firefighters $64,440
    Security Guards $41,760
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $47,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $82,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Massachusetts is $55.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.16 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salaries?

    The median First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salary in Massachusetts is 8.7% above the national median of $105,980. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Massachusetts?

    Entry-level First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives (10th percentile) earn around $56,570 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,140.