How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Fargo?
$54,230a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area. That is $26.07 an hour or $4,519 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.07
- Vs. national median
- -8%
- Rank among cities
- 137 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,880Median: $54,230Highest 10%: $61,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,880 | $21.58 | |
| 25th | $44,880 | $21.58 | |
| Median | $54,230 | $26.07 | |
| 75th | $61,830 | $29.73 | |
| 90th | $61,830 | $29.73 |
Other cities in North Dakota
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Bismarck, ND | $51,130 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $50,230 |
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Salaries for every job in Fargo, NDFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Fargo?
The median hourly pay in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area is $26.07 ($54,230 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Fargo than the national average?
No: $54,230 against $58,940 nationally, 8% less.
How does Fargo compare with the rest of North Dakota?
The median in North Dakota is $52,460, so Fargo pays 3% more.
Where does Fargo rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
137 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Fargo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,880 or less a year; the top 10% make $61,830 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.