Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Massachusetts
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Massachusetts
Correctional Officers and Jailers in Massachusetts earn a median salary of $77,810 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +34.2% vs the national median of $57,970. An estimated 5,550 correctional officers and jailers are employed across Massachusetts, with salaries ranging from $69,650 to $86,060 depending on location.
$77,810
Avg median salary in Massachusetts
$86,060
Highest paying metro
$69,650
Lowest paying metro
5,550
Employed in Massachusetts
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Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries by city in Massachusetts
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester, MA | $86,060 | $67,420 | $86,060 | 420 |
| Boston, MA-NH | $81,850 | $72,240 | $86,060 | 4,450 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $73,680 | $62,530 | $73,680 | 140 |
| Springfield, MA | $69,650 | $67,170 | $79,620 | 540 |