Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists Salary (2025)
Based on 89,390 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $46,840 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $54,250 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $66,270 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $84,780 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $107,790 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$47K
25th
$54K
Median
$66K
75th
$85K
90th
$108K
Highest Paying States for Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| California | $105,440 |
| Connecticut | $97,050 |
| Massachusetts | $92,910 |
| Oregon | $86,210 |
| Washington | $84,910 |
| Minnesota | $84,020 |
| Vermont | $82,490 |
| Alaska | $81,840 |
| New York | $80,970 |
| New Jersey | $80,640 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is California at an average of $105,440 per year, while New Jersey has an average of $80,640 — a difference of $24,800. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 89,390 workers were employed as Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Community and Social Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $73,130 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 21-1092