Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Lower East Mississippi

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,610 -38.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.12
10th percentile $26,830
90th percentile $46,190
Employed locally 730
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,830
    25th
    $29,930
    50th (median)
    $35,610
    75th
    $39,240
    90th
    $46,190

    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 Lower East Mississippi

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$42,230
    Security Guards$29,260
    Firefighters$39,350
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$54,840
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$48,830
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$51,390

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Lower East Mississippi?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Lower East Mississippi is $17.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.17 or more per hour.

    Is Lower East Mississippi above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Lower East Mississippi is 38.6% 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 Lower East Mississippi?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $26,830 per year in Lower East Mississippi. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,930.