Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $74,190 +28% vs national
Median hourly $35.67
10th percentile $48,840
90th percentile $103,190
Employed locally 1,690
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,840
    25th
    $62,090
    50th (median)
    $74,190
    75th
    $85,300
    90th
    $103,190

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$61,380
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$103,410
    Firefighters$42,070
    Security Guards$37,260
    School Bus Monitors$32,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$85,020

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in South Illinois is $35.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $51.92 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in South Illinois is 28% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $48,840 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,090.