Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Florida

$35,189 $114,198
10th pct Median: $66,394 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$35,189
25th Percentile$47,804
50th (Median)$66,394
75th Percentile$91,624
90th (Top Earners)$114,198
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Florida median salary of $66,394 for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers has the purchasing power of approximately $65,802 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Florida's higher cost of living (COL index: 100.9) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers make in Florida?
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Florida earn a median annual salary of $66,394 per year ($31.92/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $69,160.
Is Florida a good state for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers?
Florida pays slightly below the national average for police and sheriff's patrol officers. Cost of living in Florida is near the national average (COL index: 100.9).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Florida?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 100.9 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $66,394 salary in Florida has the purchasing power of approximately $65,802 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Florida reduce real purchasing power.
How does Florida compare to neighboring states for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Florida

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $318,912
2 Radiologists $297,523
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $293,971
4 Neurologists $283,776
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $261,005
6 Psychiatrists $239,806
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $233,606
8 Family Medicine Physicians $214,858
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Florida

Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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