How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Massachusetts?
$86,310a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Massachusetts. That is $41.50 an hour or $7,193 a month.
- Hourly
- $41.50
- Vs. national median
- +46%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 6,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,520Median: $86,310Highest 10%: $101,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,520 | $30.54 | |
| 25th | $71,280 | $34.27 | |
| Median | $86,310 | $41.50 | |
| 75th | $91,980 | $44.22 | |
| 90th | $101,600 | $48.86 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Worcester, MA | $91,980 |
| Boston, MA | $89,060 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $84,610 |
| Springfield, MA | $69,650 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 1. California | $96,370 |
| 2. New Jersey | $94,770 |
| 3. Massachusetts | $86,310 |
| 4. Oregon | $83,690 |
| 5. Washington | $79,460 |
| 6. Illinois | $79,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $41.50 ($86,310 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $86,310 against $58,940 nationally, 46% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Massachusetts ranks 3 of 49 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Worcester, MA, with a median of $91,980 a year.
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.