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Correctional Officers and Jailers average salary by city in Kansas
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka | $59,070 | $59,650 | $54,680 | $47,146 | 89 |
| Wichita | $53,460 | $56,270 | $46,090 | $42,952 | 89 |
| Manhattan | $42,730 | $37,000 | $35,700 | $34,929 | 90 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 33-3012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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