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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Alaska

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make in Alaska?

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$99,130
Median Annual Salary
▼ -1.2% vs 2024
$101,770
Mean Salary
$99,130
Median Salary
$47.66
Hourly Rate
1,260 people work as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary by percentile in Alaska

BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Alaska — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska.10thBottom 10% earn less than $60,670$60,67025th25% earn less than $78,810$78,810MedianHalf earn more than $99,130$99,13075th75% earn less than $126,480$126,48090thTop 10% earn more than $137,340$137,340

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska earn a median salary of $99,130 per year ($8,260/month). This is 33.6% above the national average of $74,181. Alaska ranks #4 out of 51 states for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay. Approximately 1,260 people work in this occupation across Alaska. Salaries decreased by 1.2% compared to 2024.

About This Job: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

Maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, tribal, state, or federal laws and ordinances. Perform a combination of the following duties: patrol a specific area; direct traffic; issue traffic summonses; investigate accidents; apprehend and arrest suspects, or serve legal processes of courts. Includes police officers working at educational institutions.

Top Skills

Active Listening
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Critical Thinking
4.0
Reading Comprehension
3.88
Social Perceptiveness
3.88

Key Knowledge Areas

Public Safety and Security
4.83
Law and Government
4.82
English Language
4.26
Psychology
4.09
Customer and Personal Service
3.98
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (40.4% of workers)

Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Salary Range: Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska

Salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska range from $60,670 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $137,340 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $78,810 and $126,480.

Median $99,130
P10: $60,670 P25: $78,810 P75: $126,480 P90: $137,340
10th
$60,670
25th
$78,810
Median
$99,130
75th
$126,480
90th
$137,340
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $60,670 $29.17 $5,055
25th Percentile $78,810 $37.89 $6,567
Median (50th) $99,130 $47.66 $8,260
75th Percentile $126,480 $60.81 $10,540
90th Percentile (Experienced) $137,340 $66.03 $11,445

Note: The mean (average) salary of $101,770 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#4
Alaska ranks #4 of 51 states
$74,181
National avg. for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
+33.6%
vs. national average
Above Average

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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary by State

Compare Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay across states — sorted by highest median salary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make in Alaska?
The median annual salary for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska is $99,130 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $101,770.
What is the salary range for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska?
Salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska range from $60,670 at the 10th percentile to $137,340 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $78,810 and $126,480.
What is the starting salary for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska?
Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers positions in Alaska typically start around $60,670 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $78,810 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 1,260 people are employed as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska.
What is the hourly rate for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Alaska is approximately $47.66 per hour.

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Data Source & Methodology

Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.

Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.

Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS

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