Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $59,760 +3.1% vs national
Median hourly $28.73
10th percentile $45,800
90th percentile $64,810
Employed locally 1,330
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,800
    25th
    $48,860
    50th (median)
    $59,760
    75th
    $64,360
    90th
    $64,810

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $64,880
    Security Guards $36,440
    Firefighters $48,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $79,770
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $50,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $65,430

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southern Ohio is $28.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southern Ohio is 3.1% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $45,800 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,860.