Correctional Officers and Jailers pay in Montana
In Montana, the median pay for correctional officers and jailers is $23.64 an hour ($49,180 a year). About 1,430 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($58,940). Montana ranks 38th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for correctional officers and jailers in Montana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.48 | $44,690 |
| 25% of workers | $22.55 | $46,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.64 | $49,180 |
| 75% of workers | $27.51 | $57,220 |
| 90% of workers | $30.16 | $62,730 |
Correctional Officers and Jailers pay in Montana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Missoula | $79,720 | 110 |
| Helena | $52,140 | 60 |
| Billings | $49,110 | 200 |
Montana unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for correctional officers and jailers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -7.4% over ten years, declining · about 28,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Montana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers | $70,050 |
| Security Guards | $38,480 |
| Detectives and Criminal Investigators | $92,410 |
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