What Harris County Sheriff pays
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$84,032
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 1 of 5 Houston Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Harris County Sheriff
Lateral Deputy Sheriff
Houston, TXOpen$78,458startingDetention Officer
Houston, TXOpen$49,920startingDetention Officer
Houston, TXOpen$46,550startingReserve Deputy - Peace Officer
Houston, TXOpenNot published
Requirements
From the department's postings- EducationHigh school or GED
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsYou will need to get a Peace Officer License. Use the link to view the TCOLE requirements to become a Peace Officer
- Lateral experience required12 years
How Harris County Sheriff compares nearby
All 120 Houston Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Harris County | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County Sheriff | Hiring | $78,458 | — | None | |
| Houston PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Southside Place PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| West University Place PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Jacinto City PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Deer Park PD | Hiring | $69,534 | −$8,924 | None |
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