Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in East South Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $59,510 -22% vs national
Median hourly $28.61
10th percentile $45,970
90th percentile $71,640
Employed locally 590
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,970
    25th
    $51,760
    50th (median)
    $59,510
    75th
    $62,590
    90th
    $71,640

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$49,380
    Security Guards$36,840
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$28,720
    Firefighters$44,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$80,930
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers$50,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in East South Dakota is $28.61, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in East South Dakota is 22% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $45,970 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,760.