What are the main factors that influence a Sergeant's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Sergeant's salary?

A Sergeant's salary grows with experience: a Criminal Investigator (0-0 years)earns $84,365, a Sergeant (0-5 years)earns $92,777, a Police Lieutenant (5+ years)earns $119,073, a Sheriff/Police Chief (5-10 years)earns $144,986,

What are the highest paying states for a Sergeant?

Sergeant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sergeant roles are District of Columbia $93,797, California $93,441, Massachusetts $92,196. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sergeant roles make?

Salaries for Sergeant level roles vary by specialization: Security Sergeant: $248,886; Sergeant Major: $83,635; Police Sergeant: $83,552; Correctional Sergeant: $79,532; Technical Sergeant: $77,553.

Sergeant Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Sergeant make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sergeant in District of Columbia is $93,797 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $120,301
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $81,551 to $107,670
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,402

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Sergeant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,670	$8,973	$2,071	$52
Average	$93,797	$7,816	$1,804	$45
25th Percentile	$81,551	$6,796	$1,568	$39

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Key Factors That Influence Sergeant Salaries

A 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 Do 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 Sergeants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $93,797.
California: $93,441.
Massachusetts: $92,196.

District of Columbia $93,797 California $93,441 Massachusetts $92,196 Washington $91,857 New Jersey $91,823 Alaska $91,705 Connecticut $90,536 New York $90,061

Hawaii $88,545 Rhode Island $87,833 Maryland $87,350 Minnesota $86,689 Colorado $86,435 Illinois $86,351 Oregon $86,029 Delaware $85,791

New Hampshire $85,642 Virginia $85,309 Pennsylvania $84,334 Nevada $83,843 North Dakota $83,682 Michigan $83,428 Wisconsin $83,335 Vermont $83,148

Texas $82,632 Maine $82,598 Arizona $82,547 Ohio $82,488 Georgia $81,708 Indiana $81,319 Wyoming $81,242 Utah $81,124

Iowa $81,073 Kansas $80,666 Louisiana $80,548 North Carolina $80,505 Missouri $80,488 Florida $80,158 Montana $79,980 Nebraska $79,811

Kentucky $79,717 South Carolina $79,379 Tennessee $79,167 Idaho $79,082 New Mexico $78,464 Oklahoma $78,328 Alabama $77,828 South Dakota $76,990

Arkansas $76,532 West Virginia $76,286 Mississippi $75,549

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Parcel Return Service: $93,288
Washington: $93,289
Naval Anacost Annex: $93,285

Parcel Return Service, DC $93,288 Washington, DC $93,289 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $93,285 Washington Navy Yard, DC $93,288

Sergeant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a 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.

Last Updated on June 01, 2026

$81,551

Average $93,797/year

$107,670

$6,796

Average $7,816/month

$8,973

$1,568

Average $1,804/week

$2,071

$39

Average $45/hour

$52

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$107,670	$8,973	$2,071	$52
Average	$93,797	$7,816	$1,804	$45
25th Percentile	$81,551	$6,796	$1,568	$39

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