How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Albany?
$59,970a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area. That is $28.83 an hour or $4,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.83
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among cities
- 92 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 600
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,450Median: $59,970Highest 10%: $78,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,450 | $27.14 | |
| 25th | $56,450 | $27.14 | |
| Median | $59,970 | $28.83 | |
| 75th | $72,810 | $35.00 | |
| 90th | $78,410 | $37.70 |
Other cities in New York
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| New York, NY | $93,220 |
| Elmira, NY | $76,820 |
| Rochester, NY | $76,820 |
| Buffalo, NY | $76,170 |
| Kiryas Joel, NY | $75,240 |
| Utica, NY | $72,890 |
| Syracuse, NY | $72,060 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $69,840 |
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Salaries for every job in Albany, NYFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Albany?
The median hourly pay in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro area is $28.83 ($59,970 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Albany than the national average?
Yes: $59,970 against $58,940 nationally, 2% more.
How does Albany compare with the rest of New York?
The median in New York is $76,820, so Albany pays 22% less.
Where does Albany rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
92 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Albany?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,450 or less a year; the top 10% make $78,410 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.