Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $41,310 -28.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.86
10th percentile $35,210
90th percentile $41,310
Employed locally 1,330
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,210
    25th
    $41,310
    50th (median)
    $41,310
    75th
    $41,310
    90th
    $41,310

    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 Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$44,850
    Security Guards$41,850
    Firefighters$34,320
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$45,390
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$63,300
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$27,070

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southeast Missouri is $19.86, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southeast Missouri is 28.7% 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 Missouri?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $35,210 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,310.