Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary (2025)
Based on 380,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $42,760 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $48,640 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,940 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $75,850 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $93,220 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$49K
Median
$59K
75th
$76K
90th
$93K
Highest Paying States for Correctional Officers and Jailers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $92,410 |
| New Jersey | $87,780 |
| Massachusetts | $82,890 |
| Nevada | $82,150 |
| Oregon | $80,890 |
| Washington | $78,150 |
| Illinois | $78,080 |
| New York | $77,240 |
| Alaska | $74,430 |
| Wisconsin | $73,690 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $92,410 per year, while Wisconsin has an average of $73,690 — a difference of $18,720. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Correctional Officers and Jailers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 380,500 workers were employed as Correctional Officers and Jailerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $63,630 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-3012