Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in South Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $51,490 -11.2% vs national
Median hourly $24.76
10th percentile $34,240
90th percentile $55,010
Employed locally 420
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,240
    25th
    $37,000
    50th (median)
    $51,490
    75th
    $51,490
    90th
    $55,010

    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 South Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$46,990
    Security Guards$35,960
    Firefighters$39,100
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$56,130
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$28,800
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$55,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in South Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in South Central Tennessee is $24.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.50 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Tennessee above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in South Central Tennessee is 11.2% 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 South Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $34,240 per year in South Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,000.