Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Southern South Carolina

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

Median annual salary $46,550 -39% vs national
Median hourly $22.38
10th percentile $38,850
90th percentile $73,800
Employed locally 580
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,850
    25th
    $43,200
    50th (median)
    $46,550
    75th
    $58,320
    90th
    $73,800

    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 Southern South Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $47,490
    Firefighters $48,390
    Security Guards $30,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $73,980
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $73,320
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $59,240

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Southern South Carolina is $22.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Southern South Carolina is 39% 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 Southern South Carolina?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $38,850 per year in Southern South Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,200.