Chicago Police SalaryChicago police salary starts off at $43,104 and increases to $55,728 after one year. After another 18 months, the salary increases to $58,896. There is a yearly uniform allowance of $ 1,800 and an annual duty availability allowance of $2,920. Officers use the yearly uniform allowance to purchase their ownduty gear, which inlcudes the uniform, cuffs, flashlight, and baton. They also purchase their own firearm, but are only allowed to choose from specific manufacturers.Chicago Police provides 20 days of paid vacation and up to 100% tuition reimbursement for those who have college or university education. As with most departments, there is a health plan, vision plan, and dental plan. Chicago Police Officers are all required to reside within the city limits. If successful in the application and testing process, you will have to move and prove residency in the city ofChicago. The Chicago Police department has about 13,400 sworn police officers. Return from Chicago Police Salary to Homepage |