As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Correctional Nurse in Oregon is $68,331, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,314 weekly, or $5,694 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 Oregon vary widely, spanning from $54,809 to $83,655. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,253) and 75th percentile ($76,352), while top earners (90th percentile) make $83,655 per year. This $15,099 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, Oregon Correctional Nurse often earn 1.6% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies. However, Oregon currently ranks 15 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 $54,809 OR September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $61,253 OR September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $68,331 OR September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $76,352 OR September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $83,655 OR September 01, 2026
25% $61,253 10% $54,809 90% $83,655 75% $76,352 $68,331 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 Clackamas, OR Avg. Salary $72,207 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Oregon City, OR Avg. Salary $71,677 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adams, OR Avg. Salary $67,756 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adel, OR Avg. Salary $66,972 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adrian, OR Avg. Salary $65,851 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agness, OR Avg. Salary $66,572 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albany, OR Avg. Salary $69,052 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Allegany, OR Avg. Salary $66,653 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alsea, OR Avg. Salary $67,878 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alvadore, OR Avg. Salary $68,706 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Correctional Nurse

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Staff Nurse - RN II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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