Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in South Nebraska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Nebraska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,060 -18.7% vs national
Median hourly $29.84
10th percentile $48,220
90th percentile $79,020
Employed locally 800
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,220
    25th
    $53,630
    50th (median)
    $62,060
    75th
    $68,050
    90th
    $79,020

    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 South Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $59,990
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $25,010
    Security Guards $42,240
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $87,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $69,590
    Firefighters $46,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in South Nebraska is $29.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.05 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in South Nebraska is 18.7% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $48,220 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,630.