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First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers vs. Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers: Salary Comparison (2026)

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workerss earn a median salary of $92,430/year, while Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss earn $76,290/year - a difference of $16,140. First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Median salary
$92,430
$76,290
Hourly rate
$44.44/hr
$36.68/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$53,970
$47,640
Senior level (90th %)
$142,300
$115,280
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
93,680
666,990
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Public Safety
Public Safety
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