Police officer salary in Norway
Market pay for police officers in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A police officer in Norway typically earns NOK 768,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for police officers runs from NOK 676,000 to NOK 859,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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As a police officer the median pay is around 768,000 kroner per year, with a typical range from roughly 675,600 kroner for those earlier in the career to 859,200 kroner for the more experienced. Pay is set by collective agreement and shaped by seniority, posting and special allowances for shift and emergency duty. The figures come from Statistics Norway (SSB).
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Frequently asked questions
What does a police officer earn in Norway?
A police officer typically earns NOK 768,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most police officers fall between NOK 676,000 and NOK 859,000.
What is the salary range for police officers?
The lower quartile is NOK 676,000 and the upper quartile NOK 859,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a police officer get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.