Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in North Coast Region of California

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,890 +8.7% vs national
Median hourly $39.85
10th percentile $60,980
90th percentile $146,740
Employed locally 550
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,980
    25th
    $78,240
    50th (median)
    $82,890
    75th
    $105,550
    90th
    $146,740

    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 Coast Region of California

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $91,280
    Security Guards $39,760
    Firefighters $66,880
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $38,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $125,450
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $124,720

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in North Coast Region of California?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in North Coast Region of California is $39.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $73.34 or more per hour.

    Is North Coast Region of California above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in North Coast Region of California is 8.7% above 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 Coast Region of California?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $60,980 per year in North Coast Region of California. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,240.