Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $46,750 -19.4% vs national
Median hourly $22.47
10th percentile $44,970
90th percentile $58,490
Employed locally 430
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,970
    25th
    $45,230
    50th (median)
    $46,750
    75th
    $53,320
    90th
    $58,490

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$57,960
    Security Guards$36,570
    Firefighters$49,110
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$85,360
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$82,280
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$43,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeast Virginia is $22.47, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeast Virginia is 19.4% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $44,970 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,230.