Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in West Delta Mississippi

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Delta Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,490 -43% vs national
Median hourly $20.91
10th percentile $28,600
90th percentile $62,360
Employed locally 810
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,600
    25th
    $32,860
    50th (median)
    $43,490
    75th
    $51,960
    90th
    $62,360

    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 Delta Mississippi

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $36,710
    Security Guards $28,170
    Firefighters $31,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $53,410
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $49,440
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $52,590

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West Delta Mississippi is $20.91, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.75 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in West Delta Mississippi is 43% 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 Delta Mississippi?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $28,600 per year in West Delta Mississippi. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,860.