As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Correctional Sergeant in Boston, MA is $88,675, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,705 weekly, or $7,390 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Correctional Sergeant in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Correctional Sergeant in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $66,158 to $113,620. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,888) and 75th percentile ($101,732), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,620 per year. This $24,844 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Standard Operating Procedures or SOP, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Correctional Sergeant often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 63 statewide for Correctional Sergeant job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Correctional Sergeant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $66,158 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $76,888 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $88,675 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $101,732 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $113,620 Boston, MA May 18, 2021
25% $76,888 10% $66,158 90% $113,620 75% $101,732 $88,675 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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