As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Correctional Nurse in Wyoming is $64,529, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,241 weekly, or $5,377 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 Wyoming vary widely, spanning from $51,759 to $79,000. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($57,845) and 75th percentile ($72,104), while top earners (90th percentile) make $79,000 per year. This $14,259 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, Wyoming Correctional Nurse often earn 4.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies. However, Wyoming currently ranks 31 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 $51,759 WY September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $57,845 WY September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $64,529 WY September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $72,104 WY September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Correctional Nurse Salary $79,000 WY September 01, 2026
25% $57,845 10% $51,759 90% $79,000 75% $72,104 $64,529 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 Cody, WY Avg. Salary $67,396 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Riverton, WY Avg. Salary $67,647 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Sheridan, WY Avg. Salary $67,557 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Afton, WY Avg. Salary $67,487 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aladdin, WY Avg. Salary $67,070 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Albin, WY Avg. Salary $67,161 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alcova, WY Avg. Salary $67,004 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alpine, WY Avg. Salary $66,846 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alta, WY Avg. Salary $66,359 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alva, WY Avg. Salary $67,124 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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