Salary Range — 10th to 90th Percentile
Full Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual Wage | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry-level) | $52,790 | $25.38 |
| 25th percentile | $66,560 | $32.00 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $78,750 | $37.86 |
| 75th percentile | $91,100 | $43.80 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $105,590 | $50.76 |
| Mean (average) | $79,360 | $38.15 |
How Illinois Compares
| State | Median Annual | vs. Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois (current) | $78,750 | — |
| California | $95,840 | +22% |
| New Jersey | $90,150 | +14% |
| Oregon | $83,120 | +6% |
| Massachusetts | $78,830 | +0% |
| Nevada | $76,800 | -2% |
| Washington | $76,400 | -3% |
| New York | $75,330 | -4% |
| Wisconsin | $74,490 | -5% |
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Related Occupations in Illinois
| Occupation | Median Annual | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $78,730 | 1,160 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,870 | 2,450 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $78,600 | 1,090 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $78,430 | 4,810 |
| Firefighters | $79,080 | 14,510 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $79,300 | 54,690 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Illinois?
The mean correctional officers and jailers salary in Illinois is $79,360 per year. The median (middle) salary is $78,750 per year. Source: BLS OEWS 2024.
What is the starting salary for a Correctional Officers and Jailers in Illinois?
Entry-level correctional officers and jailerss (10th percentile) in Illinois typically earn around $52,790 per year. Workers at the 25th percentile earn approximately $66,560 per year.
What is the highest Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Illinois?
Top earners (90th percentile) in this occupation in Illinois make approximately $105,590 per year. Those in the 75th percentile earn around $91,100 per year.
How does the Illinois Correctional Officers and Jailers salary compare to the national average?
The median correctional officers and jailers salary in Illinois is $78,750, which is +36% 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