Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Northern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $62,750 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.17
10th percentile $46,430
90th percentile $82,100
Employed locally 710
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,430
    25th
    $53,360
    50th (median)
    $62,750
    75th
    $75,030
    90th
    $82,100

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $55,270
    Security Guards $37,510
    Firefighters $50,500
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $38,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,450
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $59,120

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Northern Michigan is $30.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.27 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Northern Michigan is 17.7% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $46,430 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,360.