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Average base salary
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$34,218
per year
The average salary for a correctional officer is $34,218 per year in the United States.
Most common benefits
- Military leave
- Credit union membership
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
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Top companies for Correctional Officers in United States
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Highest paying cities in United States for Correctional Officers
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Most common benefits for Correctional Officers
- Military leave
- Credit union membership
- Loan forgiveness
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- AD&D insurance
- Vision insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Parental leave
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Salary satisfaction
50% of Correctional officers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area
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