How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in New Jersey?
$94,770a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in New Jersey. That is $45.56 an hour or $7,898 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.56
- Vs. national median
- +61%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 7,570
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,410Median: $94,770Highest 10%: $106,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,410 | $24.72 | |
| 25th | $72,420 | $34.82 | |
| Median | $94,770 | $45.56 | |
| 75th | $106,600 | $51.24 | |
| 90th | $106,600 | $51.24 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Vineland, NJ | $106,600 |
| New York, NY | $93,220 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $67,200 |
| Atlantic City, NJ | $63,820 |
| Allentown, PA | $51,990 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $45.56 ($94,770 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in New Jersey than the national average?
Yes: $94,770 against $58,940 nationally, 61% more.
Where does New Jersey rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
New Jersey ranks 2 of 49 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Vineland, NJ, with a median of $106,600 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.