Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,930 -24.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.12
10th percentile $31,320
90th percentile $50,460
Employed locally 1,020
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,320
    25th
    $40,040
    50th (median)
    $43,930
    75th
    $46,020
    90th
    $50,460

    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 Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $31,950
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $46,660
    Firefighters $36,700
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $66,640
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $52,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $59,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Middle Georgia is $21.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.43 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Middle Georgia is 24.2% 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $31,320 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,040.