How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Carson City?
$74,910a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Carson City, NV metro area. That is $36.01 an hour or $6,243 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.01
- Vs. national median
- +27%
- Rank among cities
- 43 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,690Median: $74,910Highest 10%: $90,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,690 | $30.14 | |
| 25th | $63,250 | $30.41 | |
| Median | $74,910 | $36.01 | |
| 75th | $82,060 | $39.45 | |
| 90th | $90,940 | $43.72 |
Other cities in Nevada
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Las Vegas, NV | $81,680 |
Related jobs in Carson City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officer | $131,200 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detective | $120,100 |
| Firefighter | $79,170 |
| Security Guard | $43,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Carson City?
The median hourly pay in the Carson City, NV metro area is $36.01 ($74,910 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Carson City than the national average?
Yes: $74,910 against $58,940 nationally, 27% more.
How does Carson City compare with the rest of Nevada?
The median in Nevada is $76,490, so Carson City pays 2% less.
Where does Carson City rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
43 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Carson City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $62,690 or less a year; the top 10% make $90,940 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.