Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Western Wyoming

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,770 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $30.18
10th percentile $48,700
90th percentile $85,470
National median $76,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,700
    25th
    $55,230
    50th (median)
    $62,770
    75th
    $75,520
    90th
    $85,470

    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 Western Wyoming

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $29,960
    Security Guards $38,210
    Firefighters $51,850
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $46,830
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $52,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $86,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make per hour in Western Wyoming?

    The median hourly wage for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Western Wyoming is $30.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.28 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wyoming above or below average for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?

    The median Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Western Wyoming is 17.7% 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 Western Wyoming?

    Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers (10th percentile) earn around $48,700 per year in Western Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,230.