Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Illinois

$27,591 $89,541
10th pct Median: $52,059 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$27,591
25th Percentile$37,482
50th (Median)$52,059
75th Percentile$71,841
90th (Top Earners)$89,541
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Illinois median salary of $52,059 for Correctional Officers and Jailers has the purchasing power of approximately $52,532 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Illinois's lower cost of living (COL index: 99.1) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Correctional Officers and Jailers make in Illinois?
Correctional Officers and Jailers in Illinois earn a median annual salary of $52,059 per year ($25.03/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is above the national median of $49,580.
Is Illinois a good state for Correctional Officers and Jailers?
Illinois pays above the national average for correctional officers and jailers, making it a competitive market for this occupation. Cost of living in Illinois is near the national average (COL index: 99.1).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Illinois?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 99.1 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $52,059 salary in Illinois has the purchasing power of approximately $52,532 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Illinois increase real purchasing power.
How does Illinois compare to neighboring states for Correctional Officers and Jailers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Correctional Officers and Jailers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Illinois

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $348,810
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $321,531
3 Neurologists $310,380
4 Surgeons, All Other $309,246
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $285,474
6 Psychiatrists $262,288
7 Physicians, Pathologists $256,116
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $255,507
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Correctional Officers and Jailers in Illinois

Correctional Officers and Jailers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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