As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Correctional Nurse in Michigan is $66,265, equivalent to $32 per hour, $1,274 weekly, or $5,522 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Correctional Nurse in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Correctional Nurse in Michigan vary widely, spanning from $53,152 to $81,126. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($59,401) and 75th percentile ($74,044), while top earners (90th percentile) make $81,126 per year. This $14,643 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Pediatric, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Michigan Correctional Nurse often earn 1.5% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies. However, Michigan currently ranks 22 nationwide for Correctional Nurse job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Correctional Nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $53,152 MI September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $59,401 MI September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $66,265 MI September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $74,044 MI September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $81,126 MI September 01, 2026
25% $59,401 10% $53,152 90% $81,126 75% $74,044 $66,265 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is a Correctional Nurse ?

Correctional nursing, sometimes called forensic nursing, is a specialized field of nursing that involves caring for the medical and mental health needs of detainees and inmates. These nurses work in a variety of settings such as jails, prisons, and juvenile detention centers. In these correctional settings, nurses are the primary healthcare providers....

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Location Taylor, MI Avg. Salary $68,674 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acme, MI Avg. Salary $64,502 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ada, MI Avg. Salary $65,987 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Addison, MI Avg. Salary $66,097 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MI Avg. Salary $66,706 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, MI Avg. Salary $64,324 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ahmeek, MI Avg. Salary $64,803 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Akron, MI Avg. Salary $64,661 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alanson, MI Avg. Salary $64,477 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alba, MI Avg. Salary $64,426 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Correctional Nurse

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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