Platoon Sergeant Salary in the United States

How much does a Platoon Sergeant make in the United States?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Platoon Sergeant in the United States is $59,627 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Platoon Sergeant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,731
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,372 to $66,486
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,676
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75th Percentile $66,486 $5,541 $1,279 $32
Average $59,627 $4,969 $1,147 $29
25th Percentile $53,372 $4,448 $1,026 $26
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Key Factors That Influence Platoon Sergeant Salaries

A Platoon Sergeant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Platoon Sergeant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Platoon Sergeant's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,265
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,930
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $76,769
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $100,910
  • Expert (over 8 years): $134,965
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Appeal Re... Level Platoon Sergeant$54,265
Platoon S... Level Platoon Sergeant$60,930
Appeal Re... Level Platoon Sergeant$76,769
Appeal Re... Level Platoon Sergeant$100,910
Appeal Re... Level Platoon Sergeant$134,965
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How Do Platoon Sergeant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Platoon Sergeants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $66,019.
  • California: $65,769.
  • Massachusetts: $64,892.

Top Paying Cities for Platoon Sergeants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $75,208
  • San Francisco: $74,468
  • Oakland: $72,817

What Skills Can Increase a Platoon Sergeant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Patient Support (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): Patient Support Programs (PSPs) can be described as support programs that enrich the degree of care that the healthcare system offers directly to the patient by designing an integrated support network involving health and non-healthcare professionals.
  • Triage (Mentioned in 25% Job Postings): Triage (/ˈtriːɑːʒ, triˈɑːʒ/) is the process of determining the priority of patients' treatments based on the severity of their condition. This rations patient treatment efficiently when resources are insufficient for all to be treated immediately; influencing the order and priority of emergency treatment, emergency transport, or transport destination for the patient. This article covers the various types of triage systems as it occurs in medical emergencies, including the prehospital setting, disasters, and emergency department treatment, along with their limitations and ethical considerations.
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Platoon Sergeant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Platoon Sergeant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Average $59,627/year
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Average $4,969/month
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Average $29/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $66,486 $5,541 $1,279 $32
Average $59,627 $4,969 $1,147 $29
25th Percentile $53,372 $4,448 $1,026 $26

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Salary Trends for Platoon Sergeant

Salaries for a Platoon Sergeant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $53,286 in 2023 to around $52,519 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Platoon Sergeant salary trends, .

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