Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,230 +5.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.44
10th percentile $46,240
90th percentile $65,250
Employed locally 480
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,240
    25th
    $52,620
    50th (median)
    $61,230
    75th
    $65,250
    90th
    $65,250

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $34,810
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $64,070
    Firefighters $49,300
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $82,160
    School Bus Monitors $33,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $64,320

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southern Michigan is $29.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.94 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southern Michigan is 5.6% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $46,240 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,620.