As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Correctional Officer, Sr. in the United States is $59,581. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $52,891 to $66,276, with most professionals earning between $46,800 and $72,371.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $66,276 | $5,523 | $1,275 | $32 |
| Average | $59,581 | $4,965 | $1,146 | $29 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,891 | $4,408 | $1,017 | $25 |
An entry-level Correctional Officer, Sr. with less than 1 year of experience earns about $56,807. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $57,004. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $59,475. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $62,244, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $62,442.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Correctional Officer, Sr. | $56,807 |
| Intermediate Level Correctional Officer, Sr. | $57,004 |
| Senior Level Correctional Officer, Sr. | $59,475 |
| Specialist Level Correctional Officer, Sr. | $62,244 |
| Expert Level Correctional Officer, Sr. | $62,442 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 0% |
| Top Level | 4% |
| Experienced | 5% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Correctional Officer, Sr. compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $43,151 in 2023 to approximately $42,944 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Correctional Officer, Sr. salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $59,581 | 70.6% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,558 | 5.4% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,919 | 3.5% | ||
| Disability | $953 | 1.1% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 7.5% | ||
| Pension | $2,502 | 3.0% | ||
| Time Off | $7,562 | 9.0% | ||
| Total Compensation | $84,447 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 4.1% |
| High School | 46.9% |
| Associates | 18.4% |
| Bachelors | 16.3% |
| Masters | 12.2% |
| Doctorate | 2.0% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Correctional Officer, Sr. is $59,581. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Correctional Officer, Sr. is $29; the average weekly pay of Correctional Officer, Sr. is $1,146; the average monthly pay of Correctional Officer, Sr. is $4,965.
A Correctional Officer, Sr.'s earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Correctional Officer, Sr. earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Correctional Officer, Sr. is $74,774.
The highest pay for Correctional Officer, Sr. is $72,371.
The lowest pay for Correctional Officer, Sr. is $46,800.
Correctional Officer, Sr. enforces rules and regulations in a prison, jail or other holding facility. Presides over prisoners awaiting trial or those who have been convicted of a crime. Being a Correctional Officer, Sr. oversees prisoner conduct and safety. Supervises prisoners during meals, recreation, work and other daily activities. Additionally, Correctional Officer, Sr. documents violations and takes appropriate disciplinary actions. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires Firearms Certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Correctional Officer, Sr. works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Correctional Officer, Sr. typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.
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