Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $79,080 +36.4% vs national
Median hourly $38.02
10th percentile $49,070
90th percentile $115,630
Employed locally 850
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,070
    25th
    $62,390
    50th (median)
    $79,080
    75th
    $95,990
    90th
    $115,630

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,340
    Firefighters $52,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $110,830
    Security Guards $39,690
    School Bus Monitors $31,950
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $74,830

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in East Central Illinois is $38.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.07 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in East Central Illinois is 36.4% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $49,070 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,390.