BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers in North Carolina earn between $46,040 and $80,240, with a mean of $61,390. The national average for this role is $79,200.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| North Carolina | $61,390 |
| National Average | $79,200 |
| California | $112,980 |
| Washington | $104,140 |
| Alaska | $101,770 |
| New Jersey | $93,700 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. North Carolina. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.