Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southwest Maine

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

Median annual salary $49,980 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $24.03
10th percentile $39,510
90th percentile $56,490
Employed locally 360
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,510
    25th
    $44,670
    50th (median)
    $49,980
    75th
    $54,410
    90th
    $56,490

    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 Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $61,770
    Firefighters $46,480
    Security Guards $39,820
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $40,130
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $74,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $77,580

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southwest Maine is $24.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.09 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southwest Maine is 13.8% 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 Maine?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $39,510 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $44,670.