Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $40,160 -30.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.31
10th percentile $31,920
90th percentile $49,360
Employed locally 250
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,920
    25th
    $35,900
    50th (median)
    $40,160
    75th
    $46,920
    90th
    $49,360

    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 Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $43,410
    Security Guards $33,280
    Firefighters $35,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $61,240
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators $37,500
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $56,100

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southwest Oklahoma is $19.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 30.7% 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 Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $31,920 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,900.