Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,860 -32% vs national
Median hourly $24.93
10th percentile $38,260
90th percentile $69,670
Employed locally 780
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,260
    25th
    $46,330
    50th (median)
    $51,860
    75th
    $59,560
    90th
    $69,670

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $35,040
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $36,260
    Firefighters $35,970
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $77,420
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $46,520
    Bailiffs $31,380

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Central Kentucky is $24.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Central Kentucky is 32% below 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $38,260 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,330.