How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Michigan?
$64,020a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Michigan. That is $30.78 an hour or $5,335 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.78
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 8,220
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,360Median: $64,020Highest 10%: $77,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,360 | $22.77 | |
| 25th | $54,630 | $26.26 | |
| Median | $64,020 | $30.78 | |
| 75th | $68,520 | $32.94 | |
| 90th | $77,990 | $37.50 |
Cities in Michigan
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Ann Arbor, MI | $68,520 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | $68,520 |
| Detroit, MI | $67,920 |
| Traverse City, MI | $60,760 |
| Lansing, MI | $58,940 |
| South Bend, IN | $56,390 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 14. Delaware | $65,880 |
| 15. Connecticut | $64,750 |
| 16. Maryland | $64,250 |
| 17. Michigan | $64,020 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $63,460 |
| 19. Nebraska | $63,380 |
| 20. Colorado | $62,140 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Michigan?
The median hourly pay in Michigan is $30.78 ($64,020 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Michigan than the national average?
Yes: $64,020 against $58,940 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Michigan rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Michigan ranks 17 of 49 states.
Which city in Michigan pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Ann Arbor, MI, with a median of $68,520 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.