Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $47,300 -38% vs national
Median hourly $22.74
10th percentile $34,090
90th percentile $67,930
Employed locally 780
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,090
    25th
    $37,920
    50th (median)
    $47,300
    75th
    $60,990
    90th
    $67,930

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $52,040
    Security Guards $35,360
    Firefighters $38,710
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $34,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $57,480
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $57,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in East Tennessee is $22.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.44 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in East Tennessee is 38% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $34,090 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,920.