Sheriff Salary

Salaries for Sheriffs

Sheriffs almost always earn much higher salaries than other police officers. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that police supervisors earned between $53,900 and $83,940 in 2006. The salary for a sheriff largely depends on the geographic location in which he or she works. Those who work in an area with a dense population that include large metropolitan areas will earn much higher salaries than sheriffs who work in very rural communities with a lower cost of living. Since sheriffs are employed by the government, they are eligible for a full benefits package that includes retirement savings plans, life insurance, health insurance, training, paid time off and more. Fortunately in some areas, even the sheriff's family benefit by getting funding and tuition assistance as part of this benefits package. Even though a high degree isn't necessary, earning one from an accredited university can drastically help your chances at getting selected as a sheriff. We've compiled a list of Universities with Online Criminal Justice courses below - request free information today.

Aside from a competitive starting salary, the potential for performance-based increases, and the ability to achieve and maintain a balanced lifestyle, you will enjoy a range of comprehensive and competitive employment benefits that include:

• paid vacation
• sick leave
• medical and life insurance
• special allowances for uniforms
• retire at half-pay after 20 years of service
• others often are eligible to retire with 30 or fewer years of service.

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