Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in East-Central Montana

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

Median annual salary $48,650 -16.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.39
10th percentile $43,630
90th percentile $60,640
Employed locally 390
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,630
    25th
    $47,520
    50th (median)
    $48,650
    75th
    $57,320
    90th
    $60,640

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$60,880
    Firefighters$61,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$77,890
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$104,330
    Security Guards$34,260
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$39,560

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in East-Central Montana is $23.39, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.54 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in East-Central Montana is 16.1% 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 East-Central Montana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $43,630 per year in East-Central Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,520.