Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Western Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $72,050 +24.3% vs national
Median hourly $34.64
10th percentile $53,860
90th percentile $88,420
Employed locally 690
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $53,860
    25th
    $60,060
    50th (median)
    $72,050
    75th
    $80,140
    90th
    $88,420

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $46,700
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $63,670
    Security Guards $35,920
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $92,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $82,040
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $75,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Western Wisconsin is $34.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.30 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Western Wisconsin is 24.3% 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 Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $53,860 per year in Western Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,060.