Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $48,840 -15.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.48
10th percentile $48,560
90th percentile $61,290
Employed locally 270
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,560
    25th
    $48,840
    50th (median)
    $48,840
    75th
    $56,580
    90th
    $61,290

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$55,920
    Security Guards$56,380
    Firefighters$46,650
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$83,390
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$91,600
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$28,870

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northwest Virginia is $23.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.40 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northwest Virginia 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 Northwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $48,560 per year in Northwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,840.