Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,680 -48% vs national
Median hourly $19.08
10th percentile $29,330
90th percentile $64,370
Employed locally 580
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,330
    25th
    $34,780
    50th (median)
    $39,680
    75th
    $50,700
    90th
    $64,370

    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 Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$41,810
    Firefighters$27,440
    Security Guards$31,280
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$43,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$57,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$47,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Northeast Louisiana is $19.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Northeast Louisiana is 48% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $29,330 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,780.