As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Correctional Sergeant in Jackson, MS is $70,690, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,359 weekly, or $5,891 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $52,740 to $90,576. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,294) and 75th percentile ($81,099), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,576 per year. This $19,805 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, Jackson Correctional Sergeant often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 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 $52,740 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $61,294 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $70,690 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $81,099 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Correctional Sergeant Salary $90,576 Jackson, MS May 18, 2021
25% $61,294 10% $52,740 90% $90,576 75% $81,099 $70,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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