Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,760 -19% vs national
Median hourly $29.69
10th percentile $41,410
90th percentile $81,570
Employed locally 1,000
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,410
    25th
    $52,000
    50th (median)
    $61,760
    75th
    $74,980
    90th
    $81,570

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$78,100
    Firefighters$52,250
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$107,990
    Security Guards$38,620
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$74,780
    School Bus Monitors$30,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West Central Illinois is $29.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.05 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in West Central Illinois is 19% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $41,410 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,000.