Public Service Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Correctional Officer Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median correctional officer salary in Aurora, IL is $47,130 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$47,130
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-2,480
Cost of Living
95%

Correctional Officer Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level correctional officer earns around $33,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $68,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,250
$-1,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$47,500
$-2,500 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$68,400
$-3,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $31,350
25th Percentile $37,050
Median (50th) $47,130
75th Percentile $59,850
90th Percentile $74,100

Correctional Officer Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$53,579
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$53,083
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$42,169
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$40,680
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Correctional Officer in Aurora

Education

Most correctional officer positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SecurityConflict ResolutionReport WritingPhysical FitnessCommunicationCrisis Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, correctional officer employment is projected to grow -2% over the next decade (decline). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.