Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Western Washington

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

Median annual salary $74,480 +28.5% vs national
Median hourly $35.81
10th percentile $61,800
90th percentile $78,490
Employed locally 1,280
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,800
    25th
    $67,200
    50th (median)
    $74,480
    75th
    $76,570
    90th
    $78,490

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Security Guards $45,050
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $83,100
    Firefighters $73,130
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $90,660
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $119,700
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $42,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Western Washington is $35.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $39.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Western Washington is 28.5% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $61,800 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,200.