Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,210 -15.1% vs national
Median hourly $23.66
10th percentile $41,270
90th percentile $56,990
Employed locally 210
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,270
    25th
    $47,530
    50th (median)
    $49,210
    75th
    $50,430
    90th
    $56,990

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $70,530
    Security Guards $34,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $82,010
    Firefighters $53,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers $48,280

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeast Iowa is $23.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeast Iowa is 15.1% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $41,270 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,530.