Bailiffs Salary in U.S. (2024)
In U.S., bailiffs earn $57,050 at the median — $27.43 an hour. The range runs from $33K at the entry level to $94K for experienced workers.
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AffordMap analysis of BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024
So what does $57K get you in U.S.?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, U.S.
Entry-level bailiffs (10th percentile) start around $33K. Mid-career wages sit at $57K.Top earners bring in $94K or more - a $61K spread from bottom to top.
Bailiffs pay across states
Median income ranked highest to lowest, compared to the national figure
| State | Median salary | vs. national | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | $109K | +91% | 40 |
| Alaska | $91K | +59% | 60 |
| New York | $81K | +42% | 3,630 |
| Massachusetts | $77K | +35% | 830 |
| Nebraska | $75K | +32% | 50 |
| Nevada | $72K | +26% | 250 |
| Kansas | $66K | +16% | 460 |
| Washington | $65K | +15% | 190 |
| Maine | $65K | +14% | 210 |
| Florida | $64K | +12% | 940 |
| North Carolina | $61K | +7% | 290 |
| Virginia | $59K | +4% | 330 |
| Texas | $58K | +2% | 580 |
| Utah | $58K | +1% | 40 |
| Oregon | $56K | -1% | 80 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bailiffs make in U.S.?
The median is $57,050 a year - that works out to about $27.43 an hour. The range is wide: entry-level workers start around $32,950, and experienced bailiffs can clear $93,950. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $57K enough to live in U.S.?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,990/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,412/month, which eats 35.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb - housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bailiffs salary go in U.S.?
U.S. has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bailiffs salary is worth about $57,050 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bailiffs get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.