How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make in Alaska?
$99,130a year
Median yearly pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Alaska. That is $47.66 an hour or $8,261 a month.
- Hourly
- $47.66
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,670Median: $99,130Highest 10%: $137,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,670 | $29.17 | |
| 25th | $78,810 | $37.89 | |
| Median | $99,130 | $47.66 | |
| 75th | $126,500 | $60.81 | |
| 90th | $137,300 | $66.03 |
Cities in Alaska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Anchorage, AK | $115,000 |
| Fairbanks, AK | $105,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers.
| 1. California | $118,900 |
| 2. Washington | $102,100 |
| 3. Illinois | $100,500 |
| 4. Alaska | $99,130 |
| 5. Colorado | $97,350 |
| 6. Delaware | $92,970 |
| 7. New York | $92,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make an hour in Alaska?
The median hourly pay in Alaska is $47.66 ($99,130 a year).
Do police and sheriff's patrol officers make more in Alaska than the national average?
Yes: $99,130 against $76,210 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Alaska rank for police and sheriff's patrol officer pay?
Alaska ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Alaska pays police and sheriff's patrol officers the most?
Anchorage, AK, with a median of $115,000 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.