Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,730 -17.7% vs national
Median hourly $22.95
10th percentile $37,720
90th percentile $56,690
Employed locally 1,980
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,720
    25th
    $42,780
    50th (median)
    $47,730
    75th
    $52,490
    90th
    $56,690

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$50,270
    Security Guards$34,300
    Firefighters$38,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$74,250
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$24,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$62,850

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Eastern North Carolina is $22.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.07 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Eastern North Carolina is 17.7% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $37,720 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,780.