Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Missouri

$33,356 $108,250
10th pct Median: $62,936 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$33,356
25th Percentile$45,314
50th (Median)$62,936
75th Percentile$86,852
90th (Top Earners)$108,250
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Missouri median salary of $62,936 for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers has the purchasing power of approximately $62,936 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Missouri's lower cost of living (COL index: 100) means your salary goes further than in higher-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 Missouri?
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Missouri earn a median annual salary of $62,936 per year ($30.26/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $69,160.
Is Missouri a good state for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers?
Missouri pays slightly below the national average for police and sheriff's patrol officers. Cost of living in Missouri is near the national average (COL index: 100).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Missouri?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 100 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $62,936 salary in Missouri has the purchasing power of approximately $62,936 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Missouri increase real purchasing power.
How does Missouri 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 Missouri

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $302,302
2 Radiologists $282,027
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $278,660
4 Surgeons, All Other $268,013
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $247,411
6 Psychiatrists $227,316
7 Physicians, Pathologists $221,967
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $221,439
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in Missouri

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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