Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,100 +34.7% vs national
Median hourly $37.55
10th percentile $49,250
90th percentile $117,590
Employed locally 2,350
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,250
    25th
    $64,790
    50th (median)
    $78,100
    75th
    $93,590
    90th
    $117,590

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $61,760
    Firefighters $52,250
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $107,990
    Security Guards $38,620
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $74,780
    School Bus Monitors $30,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in West Central Illinois is $37.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.07 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in West Central Illinois is 34.7% above 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $49,250 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $64,790.