Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $46,190 -39.5% vs national
Median hourly $22.21
10th percentile $37,020
90th percentile $61,840
Employed locally 2,140
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,020
    25th
    $38,220
    50th (median)
    $46,190
    75th
    $54,160
    90th
    $61,840

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$41,870
    Firefighters$41,600
    Security Guards$36,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$62,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$58,880
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$60,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Kansas is $22.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Kansas is 39.5% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $37,020 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,220.