Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary (2025)
Based on 670,520 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $47,510 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $59,290 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $76,210 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $97,600 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $115,120 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$48K
25th
$59K
Median
$76K
75th
$98K
90th
$115K
Highest Paying States for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $112,980 |
| Washington | $104,140 |
| Alaska | $101,770 |
| New Jersey | $93,700 |
| Delaware | $93,210 |
| Illinois | $92,450 |
| District of Columbia | $92,390 |
| Colorado | $90,550 |
| Hawaii | $90,360 |
| Oregon | $87,990 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $112,980 per year, while Oregon has an average of $87,990 — a difference of $24,990. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 670,520 workers were employed as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $79,200 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-3051