Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,870 -27.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.13
10th percentile $34,370
90th percentile $52,100
Employed locally 1,600
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,370
    25th
    $36,740
    50th (median)
    $41,870
    75th
    $47,760
    90th
    $52,100

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$46,190
    Firefighters$41,600
    Security Guards$36,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$62,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$58,880
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$60,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Kansas is $20.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Kansas is 27.8% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $34,370 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,740.