Public Service Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Correctional Officer Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median correctional officer salary in Albuquerque, NM is $47,130 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$47,130
vs State Avg
+$993
vs National
$-2,480
Cost of Living
95%

Correctional Officer Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, 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 Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
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 New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$54,571
Pop. 87,505
Rio Rancho, NM
$45,641
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$43,657
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$40,680
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Correctional Officer in Albuquerque

Education

Most correctional officer positions require a high school diploma. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico 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 Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.