Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $52,060 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.03
10th percentile $40,630
90th percentile $77,640
Employed locally 120
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,630
    25th
    $47,440
    50th (median)
    $52,060
    75th
    $53,300
    90th
    $77,640

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $65,370
    Security Guards $39,990
    Firefighters $59,070
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $97,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $83,620
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $82,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in West Montana is $25.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in West Montana is 10.2% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $40,630 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,440.