How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make in Reno?
$92,130a year
Median yearly pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers in the Reno, NV metro area. That is $44.29 an hour or $7,678 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.29
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 386
- Jobs in the area
- 1,030
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,660Median: $92,130Highest 10%: $125,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,660 | $28.68 | |
| 25th | $76,010 | $36.54 | |
| Median | $92,130 | $44.29 | |
| 75th | $102,800 | $49.43 | |
| 90th | $125,400 | $60.29 |
Other cities in Nevada
Median yearly pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers.
| Carson City, NV | $131,200 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $77,750 |
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Salaries for every job in Reno, NVFrequently asked questions
How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make an hour in Reno?
The median hourly pay in the Reno, NV metro area is $44.29 ($92,130 a year).
Do police and sheriff's patrol officers make more in Reno than the national average?
Yes: $92,130 against $76,210 nationally, 21% more.
How does Reno compare with the rest of Nevada?
The median in Nevada is $78,140, so Reno pays 18% more.
Where does Reno rank for police and sheriff's patrol officer pay?
49 of 386 metro areas with data.
How much does a police and sheriff's patrol officer make starting out in Reno?
The lowest-paid 10% make $59,660 or less a year; the top 10% make $125,400 or more.
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.