Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Southwest Montana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Montana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $60,060 -21.3% vs national
Median hourly $28.88
10th percentile $51,280
90th percentile $80,830
Employed locally 120
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,280
    25th
    $57,240
    50th (median)
    $60,060
    75th
    $65,390
    90th
    $80,830

    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 Southwest Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $47,910
    Security Guards $36,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $59,770
    Firefighters $50,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $80,710
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $24,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in Southwest Montana?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Southwest Montana is $28.88, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.81 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Montana above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Southwest Montana is 21.3% 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 Southwest Montana?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $51,280 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $57,240.