Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southeast Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,140 -29% vs national
Median hourly $19.78
10th percentile $24,790
90th percentile $69,320
Employed locally 300
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,790
    25th
    $29,670
    50th (median)
    $41,140
    75th
    $62,880
    90th
    $69,320

    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 Southeast Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $43,120
    Security Guards $30,800
    Firefighters $52,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $68,220
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $46,910

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Southeast Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southeast Alabama is $19.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.71 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Alabama above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southeast Alabama is 29% 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 Southeast Alabama?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $24,790 per year in Southeast Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,670.