Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for police and sheriff's patrol officers is $46.73 an hour ($97,200 a year). About 2,290 people work in this job there.
That is 28% higher than the U.S. median ($76,210). It is 10% higher than the Oregon median ($88,140).
Pay range for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.29 | $79,640 |
| 25% of workers | $40.45 | $84,140 |
| Half of workers (median) | $46.73 | $97,200 |
| 75% of workers | $48.21 | $100,280 |
| 90% of workers | $54.84 | $114,060 |
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | $97,230 | 290 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $97,200 | 2,290 |
| Corvallis | $94,720 | 110 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $92,780 | 360 |
| Medford | $87,160 | 290 |
| Salem | $84,320 | 510 |
| Albany | $76,940 | 140 |
| Grants Pass | $75,850 | 90 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Security Guards | $46,820 |
| Correctional Officers and Jailers | $84,640 |
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