Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,270 -4.7% vs national
Median hourly $26.57
10th percentile $42,600
90th percentile $65,250
Employed locally 400
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,600
    25th
    $47,110
    50th (median)
    $55,270
    75th
    $65,250
    90th
    $65,250

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,750
    Security Guards $37,510
    Firefighters $50,500
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $38,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,450
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $59,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northern Michigan is $26.57, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.94 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northern Michigan is 4.7% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $42,600 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,110.