As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Correctional Sergeant in Memphis, TN is $74,491, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,433 weekly, or $6,208 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Correctional Sergeant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Correctional Sergeant in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $55,576 to $95,485. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,590) and 75th percentile ($85,480), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,485 per year. This $20,890 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Standard Operating Procedures or SOP, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Memphis Correctional Sergeant often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 618 statewide for Correctional Sergeant 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 Sergeant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $55,576 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $64,590 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $74,491 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $85,480 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $95,485 Memphis, TN April 01, 2026
25% $64,590 10% $55,576 90% $95,485 75% $85,480 $74,491 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Criminal Investigator


    Bachelor's Degree

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    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Correctional Sergeant in Memphis, TN. The base salary for Correctional Sergeant ranges from $64,590 to $85,480 with the average base salary of $74,491. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,003 to $81,539 with the average total cash compensation of $70,416.

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