Jail Officer Salary

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How much does a Jail Officer make? The average Jail Officer salary is $50,573 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $45,157 and $56,162. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Jail Officer
Jones County Sheriff - Anamosa , IA
The Jones County Jail Administrator is now accepting applications for the position of jail officer. This is a full-time position that includes the county benefits package. Starting pay is $20.10 hour ...
Recruitology - 15 days ago
Jail Officer
Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail - Williamsburg , VA
Escorts and transports inmates to specified areas both within the jail facility, and outside the facility if so assigned. Guards and directs inmates during work assignments; supervises visitation ...
ZipRecruiter - 36 days ago
Deputy Sheriff - Virginia DCJS Jail Certified - $10k Hiring Bonus
Alexandria Sheriff's Office - Alexandria , VA
An Overview The Alexandria Sheriff's Office is recruiting current Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Certified Jail Officer/Deputy applicants who wish to take their experience to the ...
ZipRecruiter - 23 days ago
Detention Officer
Albemarle District Jail - Elizabeth City , NC
Albemarle District Jail Offers the following benefits to its employees.Vacation/Sick Leave Vacation leave is earned as you progress through your career, starting from the first year. Sick leave is ...
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Deputy Sheriff - Jailer
Ozaukee County - Port Washington , WI
Ability to obtain and retain certification as a "jail officer" by the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Standards Board * Full-time sworn deputies of the Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office must reside within ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 9 days ago
Detention Officer
Houston County GA - Warner Robins , GA
Ability to complete GA POST Basic Jail Officer Training Course; Must be 20 years of age by completion of basic training; Vision 20/40 corrected; Must be able to climb stairs reaching, bending ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 49 days ago

Jail Officer Salary in Major Cities

This chart shows the salary comparison for Jail Officer between major cities. San Francisco City consistently ranks #1 as of March 26, 2024. Click on the chart to see the detail salary data for Jail Officer in each city.

Jail Officer Salary by City

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City Name Average Salary
San Francisco, CA $63,216
Washington, DC $56,288
Miami, FL $48,803
Chicago, IL $53,051
Boston, MA $56,692
New York, NY $59,069
Dallas, TX $49,915
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Average Salary Range for Jail Officer

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45157
56162
50573

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45157
56162
50573
What is the average salary for Jail Officer in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Jail Officer in the United States. The base salary for Jail Officer ranges from $45,157 to $56,162 with the average base salary of $50,573. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,157 to $56,162 with the average total cash compensation of $50,573.

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Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $50,573 $45,157 - $56,162
Bonus $0 $0 - $0
Total Pay $50,573 $45,157 - $56,162
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

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Comments about Jail Officer

What's the difference between Jail Nurse and Jail Officer?
According to our latest salary estimation on March 26, 2024. The average salary of Jail Officer is $50,573, and the average salary of Jail Nurse is $125,047. The average salary of Jail Nurse is higher than Jail Officer. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
I am a Jail Officer, which location’s salary is higher, Oxnard, CA or Hutchinson, KS?
Oxnard, CA typically sees higher pay than Hutchinson, KS for Jail Officer. a Jail Officer Salary in Oxnard, CA is $54,214 as of March 26, 2024; a Jail Officer Salary in Hutchinson, KS is $46,729 as of March 26, 2024. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )

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Why does the salary of a Jail Officer vary from city to city?
The cost of living is tied to salaries. If the expenses are higher in a particular city, then the wage level will be higher as well to afford the people can opportunity to live there. This is why you're always going to make more money in New York City for example, than in a small town. ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Salary ranges for a Jail Officer can vary widely, depending on the city and several other pay factors, including (but not limited to) education level, certifications, additional skills, and work experience. Click here to view Eight Factors That Can Affect Your Pay ( 2024-03-27 salary.com )
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Last Update: March 26, 2024