Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $59,990 +3.5% vs national
Median hourly $28.84
10th percentile $39,330
90th percentile $73,470
Employed locally 700
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,330
    25th
    $52,590
    50th (median)
    $59,990
    75th
    $69,410
    90th
    $73,470

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,060
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $25,010
    Security Guards $42,240
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $87,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $69,590
    Firefighters $46,640

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in South Nebraska is $28.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in South Nebraska is 3.5% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $39,330 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,590.