Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northwest Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $41,750 -28% vs national
Median hourly $20.07
10th percentile $39,610
90th percentile $67,760
Employed locally 140
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,610
    25th
    $40,760
    50th (median)
    $41,750
    75th
    $47,310
    90th
    $67,760

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$59,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$80,740
    Security Guards$35,530
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$25,000

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northwest Nebraska is $20.07, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northwest Nebraska is 28% 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 Northwest Nebraska?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $39,610 per year in Northwest Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,760.