Public Service Winston-Salem, NC Pop. 249,545

Correctional Officer Salary in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

The median correctional officer salary in Winston-Salem, NC is $42,665 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 6.5% below the North Carolina state average.

City Median

$42,665

vs State Avg

$-2,976

vs National

$-6,945

Cost of Living

86%

Correctional Officer Salary in Winston-Salem by Experience

In Winston-Salem, an entry-level correctional officer earns around $30,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $61,920 per year. The local cost of living index is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,100

$-4,900 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$43,000

$-7,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$61,920

$-10,080 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Winston-Salem, NC

Percentile	Winston-Salem	NC State	National
10th Percentile	$28,380	$30,360	$33,000
25th Percentile	$33,540	$35,880	$39,000
Median (50th)	$42,665	$45,641	$49,610
75th Percentile	$54,180	$57,960	$63,000
90th Percentile	$67,080	$71,760	$78,000

Correctional Officer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Correctional Officer in Winston-Salem

Education

Most correctional officer positions require a high school diploma. Winston-Salem and the surrounding North Carolina 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 Winston-Salem may vary based on local industry and population growth.