Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Western Wyoming

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

Median annual salary $52,340 -9.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.16
10th percentile $42,970
90th percentile $82,190
Employed locally 260
National median $57,970

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,970
    25th
    $48,670
    50th (median)
    $52,340
    75th
    $64,420
    90th
    $82,190

    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 Wyoming

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $29,960
    Security Guards $38,210
    Firefighters $51,850
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $46,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $86,060
    School Bus Monitors $34,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Western Wyoming is $25.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.09 or more per hour.

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

    The median Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Western Wyoming is 9.7% 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 Wyoming?

    Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) earn around $42,970 per year in Western Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,670.