Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $51,150 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.59
10th percentile $44,530
90th percentile $66,000
Employed locally 740
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,530
    25th
    $47,240
    50th (median)
    $51,150
    75th
    $57,860
    90th
    $66,000

    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 Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $65,380
    Security Guards $35,960
    Firefighters $58,000
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $23,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $83,870
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $71,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southeast Iowa is $24.59, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southeast Iowa is 11.8% 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 Iowa?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $44,530 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,240.