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Police Captain

Average Police Captain Salary in Columbia, South Carolina

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$70,000
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$46k
MEDIAN
$70k
75%
$75k

The average salary for a Police Captain is $70,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$46k - $75k
Total Pay
$46k - $75k
(last updated Jan 03 2020)
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What Do Police Captains Do?

Police Captain Tasks
  • Direct police department activities and ensure all work performed meets the standards of the Department and serves the needs of the city.
  • Review and investigate civilian complaints and disciplinary issues in the department.
  • Study crime trends and use that information to adjust staffing strength, special forces deployment, assignments and policing priorities.
  • Maintain a positive team environment and foster positive relationships between the police force and citizens as well as other departments in local government.
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Common Health Benefits for a Police Captain

Medical
100%
Dental
50%
Vision
50%

Gender Breakdown for Police Captains

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 2 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Police Captains

What is the highest pay for Police Captains in Columbia?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Police Captain in Columbia is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Police Captains in Columbia?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Police Captain in Columbia is $NaN / year

How can Police Captains increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Police Captain is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Police Captain that oversees more junior Police Captains, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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