Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers Salary in Alaska
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for police and sheriff's patrol officers in Alaska was $99,130 +30.1% vs national
Alaska vs United States
| Alaska | United States | |
|---|---|---|
| Median annual | $99,130 | $76,210 |
| Median hourly | $47.66 | $36.64 |
| Employment | 1,260 | 670,520 |
| Location quotient | 0.9 | 1.00 |
Data source: BLS OES state file (Alaska) · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Reading the data
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $60,670, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $137,340 — a 2.3x gap between entry-level and top earners.
The mean wage of $101,770 sits 2.7% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average police and sheriff's patrol officers salary in Alaska?
The median annual wage in Alaska is $99,130 ($47.66 per hour), per BLS OES May 2025 data.
How does Alaska compare to the national average for police and sheriff's patrol officers?
The Alaska median of $99,130 is 30.1% higher than the U.S. median of $76,210.
How many police and sheriff's patrol officers work in Alaska?
Approximately 1,260 are employed in Alaska, per BLS OES.