Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,940 -36.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.76
10th percentile $31,520
90th percentile $65,150
Employed locally 1,460
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,520
    25th
    $36,390
    50th (median)
    $36,940
    75th
    $43,070
    90th
    $65,150

    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 Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $38,260
    Security Guards $32,420
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $36,780
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $56,480
    Firefighters $28,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $46,130

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Central Louisiana is $17.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Central Louisiana is 36.3% below 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 Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $31,520 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,390.