How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Alexandria?
$72,920a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Alexandria, LA metro area. That is $35.06 an hour or $6,077 a month.
- Hourly
- $35.06
- Vs. national median
- +24%
- Rank among cities
- 45 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $35,170Median: $72,920Highest 10%: $85,450
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,170 | $16.91 | |
| 25th | $49,730 | $23.91 | |
| Median | $72,920 | $35.06 | |
| 75th | $81,270 | $39.07 | |
| 90th | $85,450 | $41.08 |
Other cities in Louisiana
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Lafayette, LA | $46,370 |
| Baton Rouge, LA | $44,920 |
| Shreveport, LA | $44,080 |
| New Orleans, LA | $40,490 |
| Lake Charles, LA | $39,960 |
| Houma, LA | $38,710 |
| Monroe, LA | $34,090 |
| Hammond, LA | $29,320 |
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Salaries for every job in Alexandria, LAFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Alexandria?
The median hourly pay in the Alexandria, LA metro area is $35.06 ($72,920 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Alexandria than the national average?
Yes: $72,920 against $58,940 nationally, 24% more.
How does Alexandria compare with the rest of Louisiana?
The median in Louisiana is $39,850, so Alexandria pays 83% more.
Where does Alexandria rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
45 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Alexandria?
The lowest-paid 10% make $35,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $85,450 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.