How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Lima?
$59,240a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Lima, OH metro area. That is $28.48 an hour or $4,937 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.48
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 101 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 330
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,130Median: $59,240Highest 10%: $68,060
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,130 | $22.66 | |
| 25th | $48,090 | $23.12 | |
| Median | $59,240 | $28.48 | |
| 75th | $68,060 | $32.72 | |
| 90th | $68,060 | $32.72 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Cleveland, OH | $59,370 |
| 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 |
Related jobs in Lima
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detective | $76,010 |
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officer | $62,170 |
| Firefighter | $60,020 |
| Security Guard | $30,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Lima?
The median hourly pay in the Lima, OH metro area is $28.48 ($59,240 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Lima than the national average?
Yes: $59,240 against $58,940 nationally, 1% more.
How does Lima compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $59,370, so Lima pays 0% more.
Where does Lima rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
101 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Lima?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,130 or less a year; the top 10% make $68,060 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.