Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $63,540 +9.6% vs national
Median hourly $30.55
10th percentile $44,620
90th percentile $86,420
Employed locally 930
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,620
    25th
    $52,750
    50th (median)
    $63,540
    75th
    $78,810
    90th
    $86,420

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$34,630
    Security Guards$36,090
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$84,510
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$38,810
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$93,910
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$96,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $30.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $42.84 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 9.6% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $44,620 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,750.