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Updated: April 1, 2025 • Download all data
POSITION
Captain, Office of the Comptroller
Comptroller of Public Accounts
This position is categorized as law enforcement, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges depending on an employee's experience. Someone with more than 4 years of service makes $121,221; more than 8, $125,343; more than 12, $127,874; more than 16, $130,417; and more than 20, $131,982. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
2
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Median salary
$134,274
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Average salary
$134,274
Employees by gender
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 1 | $131,610 | |
| Male | 1 | $136,938 |
Employees by race
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 1 | $131,610 | |
| Hispanic | 1 | $136,938 |
Length of employment
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-10 years | 1 | $131,610 | |
| 10-20 years | 1 | $136,938 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 2 | $134,274 |
Current employees
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