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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Hawaii

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

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

Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics

$83,820
Median Annual Salary
▼ -6.2% vs 2024
$90,360
Mean Salary
$83,820
Median Salary
$40.30
Hourly Rate
2,420 people work as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii

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

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

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary in Hawaii — 2025 BLS percentilesHorizontal bars showing 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th and 90th percentile annual salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii.10thBottom 10% earn less than $77,480$77,48025th25% earn less than $82,640$82,640MedianHalf earn more than $83,820$83,82075th75% earn less than $108,110$108,11090thTop 10% earn more than $108,110$108,110

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii earn a median salary of $83,820 per year ($6,985/month). This is 13.0% above the national average of $74,181. Hawaii ranks #12 out of 51 states for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay. Approximately 2,420 people work in this occupation across Hawaii. Salaries decreased by 6.2% 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 Hawaii

Salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii range from $77,480 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $108,110 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $82,640 and $108,110.

Median $83,820
P10: $77,480 P25: $82,640 P75: $108,110 P90: $108,110
10th
$77,480
25th
$82,640
Median
$83,820
75th
$108,110
90th
$108,110
Percentile Annual Salary Hourly Rate Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level) $77,480 $37.25 $6,456
25th Percentile $82,640 $39.73 $6,886
Median (50th) $83,820 $40.30 $6,985
75th Percentile $108,110 $51.98 $9,009
90th Percentile (Experienced) $108,110 $51.98 $9,009

Note: The mean (average) salary of $90,360 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.

📊 How Does This Compare?

#12
Hawaii ranks #12 of 51 states
$74,181
National avg. for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
+13.0%
vs. national average
Above Average

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Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary by State

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make in Hawaii?
The median annual salary for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii is $83,820 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $90,360.
What is the salary range for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii?
Salaries for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii range from $77,480 at the 10th percentile to $108,110 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $82,640 and $108,110.
What is the starting salary for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii?
Entry-level Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers positions in Hawaii typically start around $77,480 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $82,640 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,420 people are employed as Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii.
What is the hourly rate for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Hawaii is approximately $40.30 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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