Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,200 -18.5% vs national
Median hourly $29.91
10th percentile $47,220
90th percentile $79,780
Employed locally 740
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,220
    25th
    $54,900
    50th (median)
    $62,200
    75th
    $71,040
    90th
    $79,780

    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 Mid Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $54,880
    Security Guards $40,860
    Firefighters $48,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $80,520
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $74,420
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $77,440

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Mid Michigan is $29.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Mid Michigan is 18.5% 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 Mid Michigan?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $47,220 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,900.