Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeast Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $67,220 +16% vs national
Median hourly $32.32
10th percentile $48,800
90th percentile $80,750
Employed locally 200
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,800
    25th
    $54,610
    50th (median)
    $67,220
    75th
    $76,480
    90th
    $80,750

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters$38,480
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$73,600
    Security Guards$39,160
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$78,680
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$30,760
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$82,370

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeast Minnesota is $32.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeast Minnesota is 16% above 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $48,800 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,610.