How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in New Mexico?
$47,940a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in New Mexico. That is $23.05 an hour or $3,995 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.05
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 2,740
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,900Median: $47,940Highest 10%: $59,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,900 | $18.22 | |
| 25th | $42,830 | $20.59 | |
| Median | $47,940 | $23.05 | |
| 75th | $52,370 | $25.18 | |
| 90th | $59,330 | $28.52 |
Cities in New Mexico
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Las Cruces, NM | $52,370 |
| Albuquerque, NM | $47,940 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 37. Florida | $49,710 |
| 38. Montana | $49,180 |
| 39. Indiana | $48,340 |
| 40. New Mexico | $47,940 |
| 41. South Carolina | $47,890 |
| 42. Georgia | $47,520 |
| 43. Alabama | $46,660 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in New Mexico?
The median hourly pay in New Mexico is $23.05 ($47,940 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in New Mexico than the national average?
No: $47,940 against $58,940 nationally, 19% less.
Where does New Mexico rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
New Mexico ranks 40 of 49 states.
Which city in New Mexico pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Las Cruces, NM, with a median of $52,370 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.