Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Northwestern Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,840 -17.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.00
10th percentile $45,620
90th percentile $62,680
Employed locally 300
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,620
    25th
    $46,360
    50th (median)
    $47,840
    75th
    $56,490
    90th
    $62,680

    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 Northwestern Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $41,630
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $57,920
    Security Guards $37,560
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $69,100
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $75,810
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $69,860

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Northwestern Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Northwestern Idaho is $23.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.30 or more per hour.

    Is Northwestern Idaho above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Northwestern Idaho is 17.5% 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 Northwestern Idaho?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $45,620 per year in Northwestern Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,360.