Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,790 +8.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.80
10th percentile $62,040
90th percentile $105,710
Employed locally 440
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,040
    25th
    $74,030
    50th (median)
    $82,790
    75th
    $94,030
    90th
    $105,710

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$44,430
    Security Guards$48,140
    Firefighters$62,520
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$66,870
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$121,310
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$49,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Northwest Colorado is $39.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.88 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Northwest Colorado is 8.5% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $62,040 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $74,030.