How much does a Deputy Sheriff make in the United States? The average Deputy Sheriff salary in the United States is $119,070 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $112,420 and $126,300. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Deputy Sheriff Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Deputy Sheriff Salary $106,366 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Deputy Sheriff Salary $112,420 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Deputy Sheriff Salary $119,070 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Deputy Sheriff Salary $126,300 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Deputy Sheriff Salary $132,883 US March 26, 2024
25% $112,420 10% $106,366 90% $132,883 75% $126,300 $119,070 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Deputy Sheriff responsibilities include police service planning, organizational development, personnel management, community policing, and community relations. Enforces the law on a town, city, or county level. Being a Deputy Sheriff requires a bachelor's degree in criminal justice. May also be involved in administrative, financial/budgetary, and operations/labor relations tasks. In addition, Deputy Sheriff typically reports to an elected official. The Deputy Sheriff manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Deputy Sheriff typically requires at least 10 years of law enforcement experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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