How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Nebraska?
$63,380a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Nebraska. That is $30.47 an hour or $5,282 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.47
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 19 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,250
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,630Median: $63,380Highest 10%: $78,270
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,630 | $22.90 | |
| 25th | $60,160 | $28.92 | |
| Median | $63,380 | $30.47 | |
| 75th | $72,820 | $35.01 | |
| 90th | $78,270 | $37.63 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lincoln, NE | $66,210 |
| Omaha, NE | $63,380 |
| Grand Island, NE | $62,470 |
| Sioux City, IA | $49,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 16. Maryland | $64,250 |
| 17. Michigan | $64,020 |
| 18. Pennsylvania | $63,460 |
| 19. Nebraska | $63,380 |
| 20. Colorado | $62,140 |
| 21. New Hampshire | $61,360 |
| 22. Ohio | $59,370 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $30.47 ($63,380 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $63,380 against $58,940 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Nebraska ranks 19 of 49 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Lincoln, NE, with a median of $66,210 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.