How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make in Massachusetts?
$78,940a year
Median yearly pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Massachusetts. That is $37.95 an hour or $6,578 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.95
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 17,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,160Median: $78,940Highest 10%: $108,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,160 | $29.40 | |
| 25th | $71,970 | $34.60 | |
| Median | $78,940 | $37.95 | |
| 75th | $97,390 | $46.82 | |
| 90th | $108,200 | $52.00 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Springfield, MA | $83,050 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $80,210 |
| Worcester, MA | $80,210 |
| Boston, MA | $78,180 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $76,940 |
| Providence, RI | $76,850 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $73,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers.
| 12. Hawaii | $83,820 |
| 13. Minnesota | $83,360 |
| 14. Connecticut | $82,170 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $78,940 |
| 16. Arizona | $78,880 |
| 17. Nevada | $78,140 |
| 18. Wisconsin | $78,090 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $37.95 ($78,940 a year).
Do police and sheriff's patrol officers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $78,940 against $76,210 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for police and sheriff's patrol officer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 15 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays police and sheriff's patrol officers the most?
Springfield, MA, with a median of $83,050 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.