How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make in Nevada?
$78,140a year
Median yearly pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Nevada. That is $37.57 an hour or $6,512 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.57
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 5,720
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,250Median: $78,140Highest 10%: $102,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,250 | $29.93 | |
| 25th | $76,010 | $36.54 | |
| Median | $78,140 | $37.57 | |
| 75th | $101,300 | $48.68 | |
| 90th | $102,800 | $49.43 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Carson City, NV | $131,200 |
| Reno, NV | $92,130 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $77,750 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers.
| 14. Connecticut | $82,170 |
| 15. Massachusetts | $78,940 |
| 16. Arizona | $78,880 |
| 17. Nevada | $78,140 |
| 18. Wisconsin | $78,090 |
| 19. Maryland | $77,970 |
| 20. Utah | $77,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $37.57 ($78,140 a year).
Do police and sheriff's patrol officers make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $78,140 against $76,210 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Nevada rank for police and sheriff's patrol officer pay?
Nevada ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays police and sheriff's patrol officers the most?
Carson City, NV, with a median of $131,200 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.