Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in East North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,410 -14.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.76
10th percentile $46,700
90th percentile $64,380
Employed locally 260
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,700
    25th
    $48,050
    50th (median)
    $49,410
    75th
    $63,350
    90th
    $64,380

    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 North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $75,600
    Security Guards $41,050
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $25,380
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $96,300
    Bailiffs $27,560
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $89,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in East North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in East North Dakota is $23.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.82 or more per hour.

    Is East North Dakota above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in East North Dakota is 14.8% 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 North Dakota?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $46,700 per year in East North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,050.