Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $74,720 +28.9% vs national
Median hourly $35.92
10th percentile $49,790
90th percentile $116,940
Employed locally 860
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,790
    25th
    $62,500
    50th (median)
    $74,720
    75th
    $95,990
    90th
    $116,940

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards$42,080
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$66,690
    Firefighters$58,930
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$107,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$91,040
    School Bus Monitors$33,020

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northwest Illinois is $35.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $56.53 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northwest Illinois is 28.9% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $49,790 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,500.