Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,750 +8.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.78
10th percentile $63,800
90th percentile $103,430
Employed locally 670
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,800
    25th
    $72,750
    50th (median)
    $82,750
    75th
    $97,590
    90th
    $103,430

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters$68,790
    Security Guards$39,070
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$63,690
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$105,170
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$95,550
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$42,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Eastern Washington is $39.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.32 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Eastern Washington is 8.5% above 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $63,800 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $72,750.