Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,550 -23.1% vs national
Median hourly $21.42
10th percentile $35,390
90th percentile $60,720
Employed locally 840
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,390
    25th
    $41,310
    50th (median)
    $44,550
    75th
    $49,610
    90th
    $60,720

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $59,290
    Security Guards $38,590
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $92,750
    Firefighters $43,920
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $84,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $59,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Eastern New Mexico is $21.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.48 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 23.1% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $35,390 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,310.