Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Arizona

$25,752 $83,571
10th pct Median: $48,588 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$25,752
25th Percentile$34,983
50th (Median)$48,588
75th Percentile$67,051
90th (Top Earners)$83,571
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arizona median salary of $48,588 for Correctional Officers and Jailers has the purchasing power of approximately $46,854 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arizona's higher cost of living (COL index: 103.7) reduces the real purchasing power of wages compared to lower-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 Arizona?
Correctional Officers and Jailers in Arizona earn a median annual salary of $48,588 per year ($23.36/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $49,580.
Is Arizona a good state for Correctional Officers and Jailers?
Arizona pays slightly below the national average for correctional officers and jailers. Cost of living in Arizona is near the national average (COL index: 103.7).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Arizona?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 103.7 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $48,588 salary in Arizona has the purchasing power of approximately $46,854 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Arizona reduce real purchasing power.
How does Arizona 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 Arizona

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Radiologists $303,722
2 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $300,096
3 Neurologists $289,688
4 Surgeons, All Other $288,630
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $266,442
6 Physicians, Pathologists $239,042
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $238,473
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $234,416
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Correctional Officers and Jailers in Arizona

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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