Correctional Officers and Jailers Salary in Idaho

$23,650 $76,750
10th pct Median: $44,622 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$23,650
25th Percentile$32,128
50th (Median)$44,622
75th Percentile$61,578
90th (Top Earners)$76,750
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Idaho median salary of $44,622 for Correctional Officers and Jailers has the purchasing power of approximately $44,049 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Idaho's higher cost of living (COL index: 101.3) 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 Idaho?
Correctional Officers and Jailers in Idaho earn a median annual salary of $44,622 per year ($21.45/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $49,580.
Is Idaho a good state for Correctional Officers and Jailers?
Idaho pays slightly below the national average for correctional officers and jailers. Cost of living in Idaho is near the national average (COL index: 101.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Correctional Officers and Jailers in Idaho?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 101.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $44,622 salary in Idaho has the purchasing power of approximately $44,049 in Missouri. Higher living costs in Idaho reduce real purchasing power.
How does Idaho 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 Idaho

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $298,980
2 Radiologists $278,928
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $275,598
4 Neurologists $266,040
5 Surgeons, All Other $265,068
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $244,692
7 Psychiatrists $224,818
8 Physicians, Pathologists $219,528
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Correctional Officers and Jailers in Idaho

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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