Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $49,080 -15.3% vs national
Median hourly $23.60
10th percentile $38,940
90th percentile $74,780
Employed locally 2,780
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,940
    25th
    $43,490
    50th (median)
    $49,080
    75th
    $53,010
    90th
    $74,780

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$49,260
    Security Guards$35,210
    Firefighters$34,470
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$70,760
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$56,280
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$65,310

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Central North Carolina is $23.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Central North Carolina is 15.3% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $38,940 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,490.