Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,090 -32.6% vs national
Median hourly $18.80
10th percentile $34,930
90th percentile $49,330
Employed locally 370
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,930
    25th
    $36,290
    50th (median)
    $39,090
    75th
    $43,090
    90th
    $49,330

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $41,200
    Security Guards $31,010
    Firefighters $28,720
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $43,070
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $53,420
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $47,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Southwest Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southwest Louisiana is $18.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.32 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Louisiana above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southwest Louisiana is 32.6% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $34,930 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,290.