Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Idaho
In Idaho, the median pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers is $32.21 an hour ($66,990 a year). About 2,810 people work in this job there.
That is 12% lower than the U.S. median ($76,210). Idaho ranks 35th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Idaho
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.48 | $48,840 |
| 25% of workers | $27.93 | $58,090 |
| Half of workers (median) | $32.21 | $66,990 |
| 75% of workers | $40.17 | $83,560 |
| 90% of workers | $47.10 | $97,980 |
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Idaho metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boise City | $84,940 | 950 |
| Coeur d'Alene | $83,560 | 230 |
| Twin Falls | $62,150 | 160 |
| Idaho Falls | $61,880 | 230 |
| Pocatello | $58,840 | 120 |
Idaho unemployment rate: 3.6% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for police and sheriff's patrol officers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 51,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Idaho
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $38,300 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $53,580 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives | $94,920 |
| Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists | $59,780 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $72,520 |
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