How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Cleveland?
$59,370a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $28.54 an hour or $4,948 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.54
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 100 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 2,390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,170Median: $59,370Highest 10%: $68,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,170 | $22.68 | |
| 25th | $52,160 | $25.08 | |
| Median | $59,370 | $28.54 | |
| 75th | $64,690 | $31.10 | |
| 90th | $68,390 | $32.88 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Lima, OH | $59,240 |
| Wheeling, WV | $59,240 |
| Toledo, OH | $58,480 |
| Columbus, OH | $58,040 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $55,460 |
| Dayton, OH | $53,270 |
| Canton, OH | $51,290 |
| Huntington, WV | $50,390 |
| Akron, OH | $45,310 |
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Salaries for every job in Cleveland, OHFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $28.54 ($59,370 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $59,370 against $58,940 nationally, 1% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $59,370, so Cleveland pays 0% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
100 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,170 or less a year; the top 10% make $68,390 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.