State of Mississippi Correctional Officer Pay
Based on 46 postings, Jan 2026–Sep 2026
State of Mississippi posted Correctional Officer pay of $40,392/yr in September 2026. Across 46 postings (Jan 2026–Sep 2026) the posted ranges ran $37,111–$60,490/yr.
$40,392/yr
No Correctional Officer openings at State of Mississippi right now. Past postings and their pay are below.
Posted pay ranges
Each distinct range State of Mississippi posted for Correctional Officer roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.
Pay by level
Postings this is based on
Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.
| Posted | Posting | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | Correctional Officer I | $40,392/yr |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Correctional Officer IV | $52,388/yr |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Correctional Officer I (Corporal) - CMCF | $40,392/yr |
| Aug 28, 2026 | Correctional Officer IV | $52,388/yr |
| Aug 25, 2026 | Correctional Officer IV (Major) | $52,388–$60,490/yr |
| Aug 17, 2026 | Correctional Officer II | $42,788/yr |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Correctional Officer III | $47,169/yr |
| Aug 13, 2026 | Correctional Officer II | $44,788/yr |
| Aug 6, 2026 | Correctional Officer II (Sergeant) | $44,788–$46,713/yr |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Correctional Officer I | $40,392/yr |
State of Mississippi Correctional Officer Pay: FAQ
How much does State of Mississippi pay a Correctional Officer?
State of Mississippi's most recent Correctional Officer posting (September 2026) listed $40,392/yr.
What is the Correctional Officer pay range at State of Mississippi?
Across 46 Correctional Officer postings from Jan 2026–Sep 2026, posted pay ran $37,111–$60,490/yr.
What does each Correctional Officer level pay?
I: $40,392/yr (Sep 2026); II: $42,788/yr (Aug 2026); III: $47,169/yr (Aug 2026); IV: $52,388/yr (Sep 2026).