Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southwest Montana

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

Median annual salary $47,910 -17.4% vs national
Median hourly $23.03
10th percentile $47,910
90th percentile $59,010
Employed locally 290
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,910
    25th
    $47,910
    50th (median)
    $47,910
    75th
    $59,010
    90th
    $59,010

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards$36,340
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$60,060
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$59,770
    Firefighters$50,790
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$80,710
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$24,460

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southwest Montana is $23.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.51 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southwest Montana is 17.4% 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 Montana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $47,910 per year in Southwest Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,910.