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Average Correctional Professional Salary

$36.86/hour

The average salary for a Correctional Professional is $36.86 per hour. This is 14% higher than the nursing US average of $31.61.

Last updated on November 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Salaries for Correctional Professional compared to Licensed Practical Nurse National Averages

$36.86/hour

14% higher than the nursing US average.

$31.61/hour

United States

Where do Correctional Professionals get paid the most?

Wisconsin pays Correctional Professionals the most, averaging $22 per hour, followed by North Carolina ($22). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $28. For comparison, the national average for Correctional Professionals is $37 per hour — Wisconsin pays 39% less.

State	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Wisconsin	$22	$28
North Carolina	$22	$28

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Correctional Professional jobs?

Only CoreCivic reports pay data for Correctional Professionals, averaging $33 per hour. CoreCivic also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $39. For comparison, the national average for Correctional Professionals is $37 per hour — CoreCivic pays 11% less.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
CoreCivic	$33	$39

Last updated on November 7, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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