How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Nevada?
$76,490a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Nevada. That is $36.77 an hour or $6,374 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.77
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $62,150Median: $76,490Highest 10%: $102,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $62,150 | $29.88 | |
| 25th | $72,010 | $34.62 | |
| Median | $76,490 | $36.77 | |
| 75th | $93,790 | $45.09 | |
| 90th | $102,600 | $49.33 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Vegas, NV | $81,680 |
| Carson City, NV | $74,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 5. Washington | $79,460 |
| 6. Illinois | $79,190 |
| 7. New York | $76,820 |
| 8. Nevada | $76,490 |
| 9. Wisconsin | $73,470 |
| 10. Alaska | $71,360 |
| 11. Hawaii | $69,570 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $36.77 ($76,490 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Nevada than the national average?
Yes: $76,490 against $58,940 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Nevada rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Nevada ranks 8 of 49 states.
Which city in Nevada pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV, with a median of $81,680 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.