Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $64,850 +11.9% vs national
Median hourly $31.18
10th percentile $52,300
90th percentile $87,660
Employed locally 140
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $52,300
    25th
    $59,240
    50th (median)
    $64,850
    75th
    $66,530
    90th
    $87,660

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters$52,030
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$76,470
    Security Guards$39,320
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$35,200
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$50,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$106,280

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Central Oregon is $31.18, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Central Oregon is 11.9% 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 Central Oregon?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $52,300 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,240.