Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeast Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $52,320 -9.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.16
10th percentile $39,090
90th percentile $70,760
Employed locally 160
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,090
    25th
    $44,870
    50th (median)
    $52,320
    75th
    $62,460
    90th
    $70,760

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,440
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $29,430
    Security Guards $37,330
    Firefighters $59,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $93,160
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $88,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeast Nebraska is $25.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.72 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeast Nebraska is 9.7% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $39,090 per year in Northeast Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,870.