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Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators vs. Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigatorss earn a median salary of $43,900/year, while Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss earn $76,290/year - a difference of $32,390. Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.

Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Median salary
$43,900
$76,290
Hourly rate
$21.11/hr
$36.68/hr
Entry level (10th %)
$34,020
$47,640
Senior level (90th %)
$62,360
$115,280
Education required
Varies
Varies
U.S. employment
10,000
666,990
Job growth (10-year)
N/A
N/A
Category
Public Safety
Public Safety
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