Average Senior police officers Salary in Dundee City
ONS ASHE 2025 · Scotland region · Updated October 2025
How Dundee City compares
In 2025, senior police officerss working in the Scotland took home a median salary of £65,529 — that's 1.5% below the national average of £66,514. Factor in the Scotland's cost of living (7.7% below the UK norm) and a £65,529 salary has the purchasing power of approximately £70,996. Compared to the Dundee City average across all roles (£31,542), senior police officerss take home 107.8% more.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (Scotland index: 92.3, UK=100), a salary of £65,529 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £70,996 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the Scotland is 7.7% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average senior police officers salary in Dundee City?
The median senior police officers salary in the Scotland (which includes Dundee City) is £65,529 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does senior police officers pay in Dundee City compare to the UK average?
Senior police officers in the Scotland earn 1.5% below the national median of £66,514. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is senior police officers a well-paid job in Dundee City compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Dundee City is £31,542. Senior police officers in the Scotland earn £65,529, which is 107.8% above the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for senior police officerss cover the Scotland region. The all-jobs average is specific to Dundee City. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.