Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Capital/Northern New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $68,700 +18.5% vs national
Median hourly $33.03
10th percentile $56,150
90th percentile $80,180
Employed locally 2,900
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,150
    25th
    $64,520
    50th (median)
    $68,700
    75th
    $75,660
    90th
    $80,180

    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
    Bakersfield-Delano, CA $104,090
    El Centro, CA $104,090
    San Luis Obispo-Paso Robles, CA $104,090

    Related occupations in Capital/Northern New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $64,290
    Security Guards $40,720
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $88,220
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $107,240
    School Bus Monitors $34,170
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $89,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Capital/Northern New York?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Capital/Northern New York is $33.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.90 or more per hour.

    Is Capital/Northern New York above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Capital/Northern New York is 18.5% 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 Capital/Northern New York?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $56,150 per year in Capital/Northern New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,520.