Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $46,920 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.56
10th percentile $36,460
90th percentile $51,280
Employed locally 480
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,460
    25th
    $39,900
    50th (median)
    $46,920
    75th
    $51,280
    90th
    $51,280

    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 Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$45,880
    Security Guards$31,050
    Firefighters$43,740
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$20,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$71,230
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators$32,770

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northwest Oklahoma is $22.56, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.65 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northwest Oklahoma is 19.1% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $36,460 per year in Northwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,900.