Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in West Northwestern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Northwestern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,610 -16.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.58
10th percentile $37,340
90th percentile $84,210
Employed locally 1,010
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,340
    25th
    $50,820
    50th (median)
    $63,610
    75th
    $72,070
    90th
    $84,210

    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 Northwestern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $37,050
    Firefighters $48,520
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $51,000
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $23,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $77,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $67,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West Northwestern Ohio is $30.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.22 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in West Northwestern Ohio is 16.6% 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 Northwestern Ohio?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $37,340 per year in West Northwestern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,820.