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

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

Median annual salary $54,770 -28.2% vs national
Median hourly $26.33
10th percentile $46,380
90th percentile $66,330
Employed locally 520
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,380
    25th
    $47,940
    50th (median)
    $54,770
    75th
    $60,420
    90th
    $66,330

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$45,500
    Security Guards$34,810
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$29,140
    Firefighters$44,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$75,220
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators$33,710

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in West South Dakota is $26.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.61 or more per hour.

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

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in West South Dakota is 28.2% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $46,380 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,940.