Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $62,880 | $30.23 |
| 25th percentile | $78,340 | $37.66 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $95,840 | $46.08 |
| 75th percentile | $106,380 | $51.15 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $111,380 | $53.55 |
| Mean (average) | $91,470 | $43.98 |
How California Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. California |
|---|---|---|
| California (current) | $95,840 | — |
| New Jersey | $90,150 | -6% |
| Oregon | $83,120 | -13% |
| Massachusetts | $78,830 | -18% |
| Illinois | $78,750 | -18% |
| Nevada | $76,800 | -20% |
| Washington | $76,400 | -20% |
| New York | $75,330 | -21% |
| Wisconsin | $74,490 | -22% |
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Related Occupations in California
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Accountants and Auditors | $96,360 | 173,370 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $96,820 | 46,530 |
| Operations Research Analysts | $96,920 | 11,030 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $96,950 | 11,110 |
| Chemists | $97,010 | 8,480 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $97,080 | 72,660 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in California?
The mean correctional officers and jailers salary in California is $91,470 per year. The median (middle) salary is $95,840 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Correctional Officers and Jailers in California?
Entry-level correctional officers and jailerss (10th percentile) in California typically earn around $62,880 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $78,340 per year.
What is the highest Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in California?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in California make approximately $111,380 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $106,380 per year.
How does the California Correctional Officers and Jailers salary compare to the national average?
The median correctional officers and jailers salary in California is $95,840, which is +65% above national average of $57,970.
Data Source: This data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics,
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, May 2024 release.
All wages are estimates. Actual salaries may vary based on experience, education,
employer, and other factors. bls.gov/oes