Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,520 -18% vs national
Median hourly $22.84
10th percentile $37,720
90th percentile $53,010
Employed locally 1,030
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,720
    25th
    $40,800
    50th (median)
    $47,520
    75th
    $51,190
    90th
    $53,010

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$47,970
    Security Guards$36,810
    Firefighters$32,380
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$66,090
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$54,770
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$24,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Western North Carolina is $22.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.25 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Western North Carolina is 18% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $37,720 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,800.