Correctional officer salary in United States
How much does a Correctional Officer make in the United States?
Average base salary
$23.82
Average $23.82
Low $17.46
High $32.51
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
The average salary for a correctional officer is $23.82 per hour in the United States. 5.6k salaries reported, updated at December 5, 2023
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Top companies for Correctional Officers in United States
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Highest paying cities for Correctional Officers near United States
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Where can a Correctional Officer earn more?
Compare salaries for Correctional Officers in different locations
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Most common benefits for Correctional Officers
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Military leave
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 11,574 ratings50% of Correctional Officers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in United States?
Police Officer
Job openingsAverage $62,467 per year
Probation Officer
Job openingsAverage $50,155 per year
Security Officer
Job openingsAverage $16.82 per hour
Juvenile Correctional Officer
Job openingsAverage $52,146 per year
Community Corrections Supervisor
Job openingsAverage $19.40 per hour
Deputy Sheriff
Job openingsAverage $61,083 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a Correctional Officer
How can I know if I am being paid fairly as a correctional officer?
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