City: MPD starting salary surpasses $80,000 as vacancies shrink

MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- The starting salary for Midland Police Department officers has climbed above $80,000 following recent adjustments to the city’s salary table, according to information released Wednesday. A city study shows that the department’s starting salary has increased by 21.9% since 2023 and 30.4% since 2020, reflecting the continued efforts of city leaders and [...]