Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers vs. Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers: Salary Comparison (2026)

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workerss earn a median salary of $33,720/year, while Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss earn $76,290/year - a difference of $42,570. Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officerss earn more on average. Both salaries are based on national BLS data.