Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $89,440 +54.3% vs national
Median hourly $43.00
10th percentile $57,480
90th percentile $111,820
Employed locally 1,180
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $57,480
    25th
    $70,340
    50th (median)
    $89,440
    75th
    $102,110
    90th
    $111,820

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $69,240
    Firefighters $37,670
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $30,980
    Security Guards $40,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $91,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $104,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in South Central Wisconsin is $43.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $46.25 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in South Central Wisconsin is 54.3% above 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $57,480 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,340.