Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Central New Hampshire

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

Median annual salary $65,700 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.59
10th percentile $50,790
90th percentile $80,330
Employed locally 360
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,790
    25th
    $58,170
    50th (median)
    $65,700
    75th
    $76,290
    90th
    $80,330

    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 New Hampshire

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $54,010
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $63,860
    Security Guards $44,190
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $99,100
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $85,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $87,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Central New Hampshire is $31.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Central New Hampshire is 13.9% 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 New Hampshire?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $50,790 per year in Central New Hampshire. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,170.