What Forsyth County Sheriff pays
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$87,604
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 2 of 4 Winston-Salem Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Forsyth County Sheriff
Deputy Sheriff Pool - BLET Certified
Winston-Salem, NCOpen$51,537startingDetention Officer Pool - 2026
Winston-Salem, NCCloses Dec 31, 2026$49,084starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Academy paid by departmentNo
- Certification required to applyYes
How Forsyth County Sheriff compares nearby
All 19 Winston-Salem Area agencies1 nearby department starts higher than Forsyth County Sheriff.
| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Forsyth County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forsyth County Sheriff | Hiring | $51,537 | — | None | |
| Kernersville PD | Hiring | $56,264 | +$4,727 | None | |
| Winston-Salem PD | Hiring | $51,269 | −$268 | None | |
| East Bend PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| King PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Stokes County Sheriff | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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