Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $57,600 -0.6% vs national
Median hourly $27.69
10th percentile $46,010
90th percentile $73,670
Employed locally 160
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,010
    25th
    $48,320
    50th (median)
    $57,600
    75th
    $66,460
    90th
    $73,670

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,720
    Security Guards $42,100
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $102,460
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $36,180
    Firefighters $44,560
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $100,030

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northern Vermont is $27.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northern Vermont is 0.6% 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 Vermont?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $46,010 per year in Northern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,320.