Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in North Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,950 -39.8% vs national
Median hourly $22.09
10th percentile $35,820
90th percentile $78,820
Employed locally 570
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,820
    25th
    $38,360
    50th (median)
    $45,950
    75th
    $60,370
    90th
    $78,820

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $37,500
    Firefighters $38,880
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $57,090
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $36,290
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $61,970
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $28,800

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in North Central Tennessee is $22.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.92 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in North Central Tennessee is 39.8% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $35,820 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,360.