Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $73,920 +27.5% vs national
Median hourly $35.54
10th percentile $60,340
90th percentile $101,280
Employed locally 290
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $60,340
    25th
    $66,580
    50th (median)
    $73,920
    75th
    $85,630
    90th
    $101,280

    Top-paying metros for Correctional Officers and Jailers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $131,210
    Stockton-Lodi, CA $107,220
    Salinas, CA $106,490
    El Centro, CA $104,090
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $104,090
    Bakersfield-Delano, CA $104,090

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards$49,400
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$97,420
    Firefighters$66,860
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$55,370
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$39,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$112,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Alaska is $35.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.48 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Alaska is 27.5% above the national median of $57,970. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $60,340 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,580.