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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Full police and sheriff's patrol officers overview →U.S. mean $79,200 · median $76,210
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | #1 | $112,980 | $118,880 | $54 | +42.7% | $76,300–$153,190 |
| Washington | #2 | $104,140 | $102,080 | $50 | +31.5% | $79,120–$132,200 |
| Alaska | #3 | $101,770 | $99,130 | $49 | +28.5% | $60,670–$137,340 |
| New Jersey | #4 | $93,700 | $92,610 | $45 | +18.3% | $57,740–$134,260 |