How much does a correctional officer and jailer make in Worcester?
$91,980a year
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers in the Worcester, MA metro area. That is $44.22 an hour or $7,665 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.22
- Vs. national median
- +56%
- Rank among cities
- 12 of 281
- Jobs in the area
- 640
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $66,380Median: $91,980Highest 10%: $104,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $66,380 | $31.91 | |
| 25th | $75,070 | $36.09 | |
| Median | $91,980 | $44.22 | |
| 75th | $101,600 | $48.86 | |
| 90th | $104,700 | $50.35 |
Other cities in Massachusetts
Median yearly pay for correctional officer and jailers.
| Boston, MA | $89,060 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $84,610 |
| Springfield, MA | $69,650 |
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Salaries for every job in Worcester, MAFrequently asked questions
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make an hour in Worcester?
The median hourly pay in the Worcester, MA metro area is $44.22 ($91,980 a year).
Do correctional officer and jailers make more in Worcester than the national average?
Yes: $91,980 against $58,940 nationally, 56% more.
How does Worcester compare with the rest of Massachusetts?
The median in Massachusetts is $86,310, so Worcester pays 7% more.
Where does Worcester rank for correctional officer and jailer pay?
12 of 281 metro areas with data.
How much does a correctional officer and jailer make starting out in Worcester?
The lowest-paid 10% make $66,380 or less a year; the top 10% make $104,700 or more.
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.