Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $47,750 -17.6% vs national
Median hourly $22.96
10th percentile $44,970
90th percentile $65,150
Employed locally 2,090
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $44,970
    25th
    $46,100
    50th (median)
    $47,750
    75th
    $51,150
    90th
    $65,150

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $53,260
    Security Guards $36,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $58,870
    Firefighters $39,360
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $81,370
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $27,470

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Southwest Virginia is $22.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Southwest Virginia is 17.6% 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 Virginia?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $44,970 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,100.