How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Atlantic City?
$63,820a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area. That is $30.68 an hour or $5,318 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.68
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 76 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,340Median: $63,820Highest 10%: $96,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| 25th | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| Median | $63,820 | $30.68 | |
| 75th | $96,860 | $46.57 | |
| 90th | $96,860 | $46.57 |
Other cities in New Jersey
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Vineland, NJ | $106,600 |
| New York, NY | $93,220 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $67,200 |
| Allentown, PA | $51,990 |
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Salaries for every job in Atlantic City, NJFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Atlantic City?
The median hourly pay in the Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ metro area is $30.68 ($63,820 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Atlantic City than the national average?
Yes: $63,820 against $58,940 nationally, 8% more.
How does Atlantic City compare with the rest of New Jersey?
The median in New Jersey is $94,770, so Atlantic City pays 33% less.
Where does Atlantic City rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
76 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Atlantic City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,340 or less a year; the top 10% make $96,860 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.