Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in District of Columbia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • District of Columbia
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in District of Columbia earn a median salary of $83,430 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +9.4% vs the national median of $76,290. An estimated 14,590 police and sheriff's patrol officers are employed across District of Columbia, with salaries ranging from $83,430 to $83,430 depending on location.
$83,430
Avg median salary in District of Columbia
$83,430
Highest paying metro
$83,430
Lowest paying metro
14,590
Employed in District of Columbia
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inPolice and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries by city in District of Columbia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC-VA-MD-WV | $83,430 | $73,110 | $99,710 | 14,590 |