As of January 2020, the average Correctional Officers and Jailers brought home just shy of $49,300 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. But earnings vary greatly by location, as employers must offer higher wages in certain areas of the country to attract qualified candidates.
Salary: $31,140 – $$76,760
Min. Education: High school diploma or equivalent
Job Outlook 2020-30: -7% (Decline)
Related Careers: Firefighters, Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers, Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists, Police and Detectives.
| Highest Paying States for Correctional Officers | |
| State | Salary (hourly) |
| 1. New York | $31.01 |
| 2. California | $36.25 |
| 3. Florida | $20.87 |
| 4. Pennsylvania | $26.03 |
| 5. North Carolina | $18.51 |
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Data extracted on January 02, 2020
