Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Eastern Oregon

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

Median annual salary $83,690 +44.4% vs national
Median hourly $40.24
10th percentile $57,810
90th percentile $87,660
Employed locally 1,220
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,810
    25th
    $65,930
    50th (median)
    $83,690
    75th
    $87,660
    90th
    $87,660

    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
    Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area $104,090
    El Centro, CA $104,090

    Related occupations in Eastern Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters$47,200
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$78,500
    Security Guards$39,590
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$48,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$112,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$107,450

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Eastern Oregon is $40.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.15 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Eastern Oregon is 44.4% above 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $57,810 per year in Eastern Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,930.