How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Oklahoma?
$45,690a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in Oklahoma. That is $21.97 an hour or $3,808 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.97
- Vs. national median
- -22%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 3,730
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,530Median: $45,690Highest 10%: $58,380
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,530 | $16.60 | |
| 25th | $37,780 | $18.16 | |
| Median | $45,690 | $21.97 | |
| 75th | $49,360 | $23.73 | |
| 90th | $58,380 | $28.07 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Oklahoma City, OK | $49,360 |
| Tulsa, OK | $46,220 |
| Lawton, OK | $38,970 |
| Enid, OK | $37,140 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $33,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| 41. South Carolina | $47,890 |
| 42. Georgia | $47,520 |
| 43. Alabama | $46,660 |
| 44. Oklahoma | $45,690 |
| 45. Missouri | $42,620 |
| 46. Kentucky | $42,310 |
| 47. Arkansas | $40,330 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $21.97 ($45,690 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $45,690 against $58,940 nationally, 22% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
Oklahoma ranks 44 of 49 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays correctional officer and jailers the most?
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median of $49,360 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.