Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $49,380 -14.8% vs national
Median hourly $23.74
10th percentile $34,330
90th percentile $62,520
Employed locally 520
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,330
    25th
    $39,240
    50th (median)
    $49,380
    75th
    $54,280
    90th
    $62,520

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$59,510
    Security Guards$36,840
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$28,720
    Firefighters$44,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$80,930
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers$50,340

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in East South Dakota is $23.74, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in East South 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $34,330 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,240.