Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeast Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $41,810 -27.9% vs national
Median hourly $20.10
10th percentile $36,390
90th percentile $44,710
Employed locally 680
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,390
    25th
    $37,540
    50th (median)
    $41,810
    75th
    $42,810
    90th
    $44,710

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$39,680
    Firefighters$27,440
    Security Guards$31,280
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$43,090
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$57,040
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$47,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeast Louisiana is $20.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeast Louisiana is 27.9% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $36,390 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,540.