How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Mississippi?
$38,720a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Mississippi. That is $18.62 an hour or $3,227 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.62
- Vs. national median
- -34%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 4,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,540Median: $38,720Highest 10%: $55,580
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,540 | $13.24 | |
| 25th | $30,730 | $14.77 | |
| Median | $38,720 | $18.62 | |
| 75th | $44,640 | $21.46 | |
| 90th | $55,580 | $26.72 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $53,210 |
| Jackson, MS | $47,010 |
| Hattiesburg, MS | $38,720 |
| Gulfport, MS | $35,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 46. Kentucky | $42,310 |
| 47. Arkansas | $40,330 |
| 48. Louisiana | $39,850 |
| 49. Mississippi | $38,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $18.62 ($38,720 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $38,720 against $58,940 nationally, 34% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Mississippi ranks 49 of 49 states.
Which city in Mississippi pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $53,210 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.