SOC 33-3012 · California · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in California is $68,404 per year ($32.89/hr). This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,970. The middle 50% earn between $56,058 and $88,898 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $109,736.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $23.68 | $49,260 | +18.0% |
| P25 | $26.95 | $56,058 | +18.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $32.89 | $68,404 | +18.0% |
| P75 | $42.74 | $88,898 | +18.0% |
| P90 | $52.76 | $109,736 | +18.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in California is approximately $68,404, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 18% higher than the national median of $57,970.
Entry-level Correctional Officers and Jailers (10th percentile) in California earn approximately $49,260 per year. The 25th percentile is $56,058. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $109,736.
California pays 18% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $57,970 vs $68,404 in California. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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