At the height of nationwide shortages, the Missouri City Police Department experienced 32 vacancies, although today only 13 vacancies remain. When staffing levels fall, department officials said they ensure core patrol operations remain fully supported by temporarily scaling back proactive activities such as community outreach. (Courtesy city of Missouri City)
Police pay is now at the forefront of local government discussions following an $832 million agreement by Houston City Council to raise police pay by 36.5% over the next five years.
Additionally, Harris County commissioners approved an $81,000 pay increase for constables, and Montgomery County deputies’ starting pay increased to $70,928 for fiscal year 2025-26, with the goal of reaching a six-figure starting salary by FY 2028-29…