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Correctional Officers and Jailers salary in Nebraska (May 2025)

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Correctional Officers and Jailers in Nebraska earned a median of $63,380 a year ($30.47 an hour) in May 2025, 8% above the national median of $58,940; 3,250 were employed there, ranking #19 of 50 states and territories by median pay, per BLS OEWS.

✓ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025

Data as of May 2025. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025

MeasureNebraskaUnited States
Median annual wage$63,380$58,940
Mean annual wage$64,120$63,630
Median hourly wage$30.47$28.34
10th percentile$47,630$42,760
25th percentile$60,160$48,640
75th percentile$72,820$75,850
90th percentile$78,270$93,220
Employment3,250380,500
Jobs per 1,0003.168—
Location quotient1.291.00

Frequently asked questions

How much do correctional officers and jailers make in Nebraska?

Correctional Officers and Jailers in Nebraska earned a median of $63,380 a year ($30.47 an hour) in May 2025, 8% above the national median of $58,940; 3,250 were employed there, ranking #19 of 50 states and territories by median pay, per BLS OEWS.

What is the salary range for correctional officers and jailers in Nebraska?

The middle 50% of correctional officers and jailers in Nebraska earned between $60,160 and $72,820; the top 10% earned $78,270 or more.

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Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 10:42 PM ET. Data only, not financial or tax advice.

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