Correctional Officers and Jailers — Job Outlook
Employment projections for 2024–2034 from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Projected Growth
-7.8%
2024–2034
Annual Openings
30,100
projected per year
Outlook Rating
DeclineWhat This Means
Employment of correctional officers and jailers is projected to decline +7.8% from 2024 to 2034. Employment in this occupation is expected to decline.
About 30,100 openings are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force.
The median annual wage for this occupation was $57,970 as of the latest data. About 365,380 people were employed in this role.
Typical Entry-Level Education
High School Diploma