Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $62,340 -18.3% vs national
Median hourly $29.97
10th percentile $45,170
90th percentile $82,420
Employed locally 820
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,170
    25th
    $53,410
    50th (median)
    $62,340
    75th
    $76,690
    90th
    $82,420

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$79,080
    Firefighters$52,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$110,830
    Security Guards$39,690
    School Bus Monitors$31,950
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$74,830

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in East Central Illinois is $29.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.59 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in East Central Illinois is 18.3% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $45,170 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,410.