How much does a Patrol Deputy make in Columbia, SC?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Patrol Deputy in Columbia, SC is $60,716. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $53,057 to a high of $71,112, with most professionals earning between $56,707 and $66,158.

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What is a Patrol Deputy?

A Patrol Deputy is responsible for maintaining public safety and enforcing laws within a designated area. They patrol their assigned area, respond to emergency calls, conduct investigations, and make arrests as necessary. They also provide assistance to the public, respond to accidents, and assist with traffic control. Additionally, Patrol Deputies may be responsible for serving warrants, conducting searches, and providing court testimony. They work closely with other law enforcement agencies and community members to ensure the safety and security of the area they serve. This role requires strong communication skills, quick decision-making abilities, and a commitment to upholding the law.

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Average Base Salary

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What is the average salary for Patrol Deputy in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Patrol Deputy in Columbia, SC. The base salary for Patrol Deputy ranges from $56,707 to $66,158 with the average base salary of $60,716. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,707 to $66,158 with the average total cash compensation of $60,716.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $60,716 $56,707 - $66,158
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $60,716 $56,707 - $66,158
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Sumter, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,288 - $63,336 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Aiken, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,646 - $66,086 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Rock Hill, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,169 - $69,030 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Florence, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,221 - $64,425 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Augusta, GA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,818 - $66,287 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
CITY, STATE Summerville, SC AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $58,046 - $67,720 COMPARE TO Columbia, SC
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Deputy Sheriff Patrol LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $52,884 MAXIMUM SALARY $65,329
JOB TITLE Highway Patrol LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $42,443 MAXIMUM SALARY $64,126
JOB TITLE Patrol Officer LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $56,707 MAXIMUM SALARY $66,158
JOB TITLE Security Patrol LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $38,744 MAXIMUM SALARY $49,957
JOB TITLE Patrol Sergeant LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $55,169 MAXIMUM SALARY $64,237
JOB TITLE Patrol Supervisor LOCATION Columbia, SC MINIMUM SALARY $72,779 MAXIMUM SALARY $90,612
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

Columbia, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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