Kern County, CA Deputy Sheriff Pay

Based on 5 postings, Aug 2025–Aug 2026

Kern County, CA posted Deputy Sheriff pay of $89,712–$107,220/yr in August 2026. Across 5 postings (Aug 2025–Aug 2026) the posted ranges ran $49,558–$107,220/yr.

$89,712–$107,220/yr

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Deputy Sheriff - Shift - Lateral

Kern County, CA

Full-time $77,635–$92,781/yr
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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Deputy Sheriff Trainee - Shift

Kern County, CA

Full-time $49,558–$59,226/yr
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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5PostingsAug 2025–Aug 2026
2Open right now
3Distinct ranges posted

Posted pay ranges

Each distinct range Kern County posted for Deputy Sheriff roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.

Deputy Sheriff Trainee - ShiftFirst posted Aug 2025
$49,558–$59,226/yr
Deputy Sheriff - Shift - LateralFirst posted Aug 2025
$77,635–$92,781/yr
Senior Deputy Sheriff - Department PromotionalFirst posted Feb 2026
$89,712–$107,220/yr

Pay by level

Base titlePosted Aug 2025
$77,635–$92,781/yr
SeniorPosted Aug 2026
$89,712–$107,220/yr
TraineePosted Aug 2025
$49,558–$59,226/yr

Postings this is based on

Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.

PostedPostingRange
Aug 10, 2026Senior Deputy Sheriff - Department Promotional$89,712–$107,220/yr
May 20, 2026Senior Deputy Sheriff – Department Promotional$89,712–$107,220/yr
Feb 10, 2026Senior Deputy Sheriff - Department Promotional$89,712–$107,220/yr
Aug 2, 2025Deputy Sheriff - Shift - Lateral$77,635–$92,781/yr
Aug 1, 2025Deputy Sheriff Trainee - Shift$49,558–$59,226/yr

Kern County, CA Deputy Sheriff Pay: FAQ

How much does Kern County, CA pay a Deputy Sheriff?

Kern County, CA's most recent Deputy Sheriff posting (August 2026) listed $89,712–$107,220/yr.

What is the Deputy Sheriff pay range at Kern County, CA?

Across 5 Deputy Sheriff postings from Aug 2025–Aug 2026, posted pay ran $49,558–$107,220/yr.

What does each Deputy Sheriff level pay?

Base title: $77,635–$92,781/yr (Aug 2025); Senior: $89,712–$107,220/yr (Aug 2026); Trainee: $49,558–$59,226/yr (Aug 2025).