Correctional Nurse Salary Guide
Average Correctional Nurse Salary
$51.41/hour
The average salary for a Correctional Nurse is $51.41 per hour. This is 25% higher than the nursing US average of $38.80.
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Correctional Nurse compared to Registered Nurse National Averages
$51.41/hour
25% higher than the nursing US average.
$38.80/hour
United States
Where do Correctional Nurses get paid the most?
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| California | $73 | $94 |
| Massachusetts | $61 | $66 |
| New York | $60 | $77 |
| Maryland | $47 | $49 |
| Pennsylvania | $47 | $58 |
| Georgia | $43 | $53 |
| Oklahoma | $41 | $53 |
| New Hampshire | $40 | $52 |
| Colorado | $38 | $40 |
| Texas | $36 | $50 |
| West Virginia | $30 | $41 |
| Arkansas | $29 | $38 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Correctional Nurse jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| CoreCivic | $48 | $57 |
| Iannarino Fullen Group | $44 | $49 |
| TK Health | $44 | $52 |
Last updated on December 4, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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Go to the guideTop Correctional Nurse Jobs
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- California City Correctional Facility
- California City, CA
$50-64/hour
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- California City Correctional Facility
- California City, CA
$50-64/hour
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- Cibola County Correctional Center
- Milan, NM
$46-59/hour
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- Cibola County Correctional Center
- Milan, NM
$46-59/hour
Registered Nurse - Correctional
- Eden Detention Center
- Eden, TX
$43-56/hour
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Correctional Nurse FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Correctional RN?
Earning your Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN), Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) often increases your salary potential as a correctional nurse or makes you eligible for another position with greater responsibilities, which also might include a bump in wages.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Registered Nurse (CCHP-RN) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Mental Health (CCHP-MH) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Can having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) boost my salary as a Correctional RN?
Yes, having a Certified Correctional Health Professional - Advanced (CCHP-A) or any relevant professional certification has the potential to boost your salary as a correctional nurse.
Where can I learn more about working as a Correctional Nursing?
Take a look at Vivian's Correctional Nursing Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.