How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Bridgeport?
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area. That is $30.25 an hour or $5,243 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.25
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among cities
- 80 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $53,670 | $25.80 | |
| 25th | $57,370 | $27.58 | |
| Median | $62,910 | $30.25 | |
| 75th | $70,710 | $34.00 | |
| 90th | $86,920 | $41.79 |
Other cities in Connecticut
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Norwich, CT | $64,750 |
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Salaries for every job in Bridgeport, CTFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Bridgeport?
The median hourly pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area is $30.25 ($62,910 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Bridgeport than the national average?
Yes: $62,910 against $58,940 nationally, 7% more.
How does Bridgeport compare with the rest of Connecticut?
The median in Connecticut is $64,750, so Bridgeport pays 3% less.
Where does Bridgeport rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
80 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Bridgeport?
The lowest-paid 10% make $53,670 or less a year; the top 10% make $86,920 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.