Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in West North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $77,290 +1.3% vs national
Median hourly $37.16
10th percentile $60,920
90th percentile $95,680
Employed locally 610
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,920
    25th
    $68,080
    50th (median)
    $77,290
    75th
    $79,540
    90th
    $95,680

    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 North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $62,510
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $28,300
    Security Guards $43,920
    Firefighters $50,750
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $97,150
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $88,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West North Dakota is $37.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.90 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in West North Dakota is 1.3% above 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 North Dakota?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $60,920 per year in West North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $68,080.