Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northern New Mexico

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

Median annual salary $48,870 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.50
10th percentile $38,300
90th percentile $59,830
Employed locally 560
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $38,300
    25th
    $43,210
    50th (median)
    $48,870
    75th
    $49,610
    90th
    $59,830

    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 New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $45,590
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $59,370
    Firefighters $36,900
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $79,150
    First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers $95,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $61,360

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northern New Mexico is $23.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $25.18 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northern New Mexico is 15.7% 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 New Mexico?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $38,300 per year in Northern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,210.