Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Massachusetts

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

Median annual salary $71,050 -6.9% vs national
Median hourly $34.16
10th percentile $45,660
90th percentile $97,240
Employed locally 280
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,660
    25th
    $48,790
    50th (median)
    $71,050
    75th
    $92,240
    90th
    $97,240

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $64,440
    Security Guards $41,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $115,180
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $47,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $82,060

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Massachusetts is $34.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.29 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Massachusetts is 6.9% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $45,660 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,790.