Quick Facts
Population1: 702,250
Number of Law Enforcement Agencies2: 3
Officers per 100,000 Population2: 782
Average Annual Salary (Patrol)3: $91,310
1 U.S. Census Bureau, 2024
2 Bureau of Justice Statistics, 2022
3 Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
The information and links below are specific to this state and may be helpful in your employment search.
This state requires that sworn law enforcement officers meet the minimum selection standards listed below. (NOTE: Individual agencies may have more stringent requirements.)
U.S. Citizen:
Yes
Minimum Age:
21
Minimum Education:
Minium of 60 college credit hours
Disqualifying Convictions (felony, misdemeanor, and/or other):
Unavailable
Pre-employment Screening
Candidates for sworn law enforcement positions in this state are subject to the pre-employment screening practices listed below. (NOTE: Individual agencies may employ additional procedures.)
Background Investigation:
Yes
Minimum Physical Standards:
Yes
Psychological Exam:
Yes
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