Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northeastern Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $56,930 -1.8% vs national
Median hourly $27.37
10th percentile $46,510
90th percentile $88,420
Employed locally 440
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,510
    25th
    $50,290
    50th (median)
    $56,930
    75th
    $71,150
    90th
    $88,420

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$70,780
    Firefighters$45,970
    Security Guards$36,990
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$27,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$89,110
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$79,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northeastern Wisconsin is $27.37, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northeastern Wisconsin is 1.8% 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 Northeastern Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $46,510 per year in Northeastern Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,290.