Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in New Jersey
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • New Jersey
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in New Jersey earn a median salary of $73,050 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -4.2% vs the national median of $76,290. An estimated 2,130 police and sheriff's patrol officers are employed across New Jersey, with salaries ranging from $67,600 to $76,480 depending on location.
$73,050
Avg median salary in New Jersey
$76,480
Highest paying metro
$67,600
Lowest paying metro
2,130
Employed in New Jersey
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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries by city in New Jersey
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | $76,480 | $65,180 | $100,270 | 770 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $75,070 | $58,740 | $111,220 | 1,090 |
| Vineland, NJ | $67,600 | $62,040 | $84,860 | 270 |