Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $97,420 +27.7% vs national
Median hourly $46.84
10th percentile $56,020
90th percentile $138,130
Employed locally 480
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,020
    25th
    $74,380
    50th (median)
    $97,420
    75th
    $114,400
    90th
    $138,130

    Top-paying metros for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $150,650
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $133,190
    Carson City, NV $131,210
    Napa, CA $128,980
    Vallejo, CA $128,470
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $123,140

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $49,400
    Firefighters $66,860
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $55,370
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $73,920
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $39,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $112,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska is $46.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.02 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Alaska is 27.7% above the national median of $76,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $56,020 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,380.