Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Louisville/Jefferson County
In Louisville/Jefferson County (KY), the median pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers is $30.39 an hour ($63,220 a year). About 2,270 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($76,210). It is 5% higher than the Kentucky median ($60,490).
Pay range for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.59 | $46,980 |
| 25% of workers | $27.71 | $57,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.39 | $63,220 |
| 75% of workers | $35.21 | $73,230 |
| 90% of workers | $37.49 | $77,970 |
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County (this page) | $63,220 | 2,270 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $61,720 | 1,090 |
| Owensboro | $61,560 | 170 |
| Bowling Green | $60,550 | 360 |
| Paducah | $59,730 | 160 |
| Elizabethtown | $59,030 | 340 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Louisville/Jefferson County (KY)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $36,420 |
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