Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Lawrence, KS

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lawrence, KS

Median annual salary $62,090 -18.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.85
10th percentile $50,150
90th percentile $90,890
Employed locally 190
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,150
    25th
    $55,640
    50th (median)
    $62,090
    75th
    $67,490
    90th
    $90,890

    Lawrence economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.30% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,756 2023 • Census ACS
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary vs area income 90% Median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary is 10% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Lawrence, KS is $29.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.81 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Lawrence, KS is 18.6% 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 Lawrence?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $50,150 per year in Lawrence, KS. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,640.