Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southern Vermont

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

Median annual salary $53,810 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.87
10th percentile $46,010
90th percentile $71,660
Employed locally 130
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,010
    25th
    $48,320
    50th (median)
    $53,810
    75th
    $65,560
    90th
    $71,660

    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 Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $61,100
    Security Guards $39,900
    Firefighters $48,290
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $36,420
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $46,130
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $99,740

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southern Vermont is $25.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.45 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southern Vermont is 7.2% 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 Southern Vermont?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $46,010 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,320.