Missouri / Corrections
Agency file
The Corrections runs the corrections system — operating prisons and jails, supervising people in custody, and managing parole or probation.
In 2025, this agency had 13,813 employees with median total compensation of $37,946; the highest distinct record was $189,788.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 13,813 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($37,946) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $65,027 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $3,794. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Trend
How this department's total payroll, headcount, and median pay changed across the 3 published years.
| Year | Total payroll | Employees | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $441.2M — | 13,107 — | $35,992 — |
| 2024 | $474.5M ▲ 7.5% | 13,715 ▲ 4.6% | $36,729 ▲ 2.0% |
| 2025 | $495.4M ▲ 4.4% | 13,813 ▲ 0.7% | $37,946 ▲ 3.3% |
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Departments elsewhere with the most similar mix of roles — a proxy for the same kind of agency, matched by workforce composition rather than name. Pay is not cost-of-living adjusted.
Record list
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Correctional Officer/Corrections
Jarrico Johnson works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Jarrico earned $46,032 in 2024.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Travis Young works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Travis earned $46,031 in 2024.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Meya Richardson works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Meya earned $46,029 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Hannah Chavarria holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $46,027.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Dorothy Kokayko is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $46,027.
Correctional Industries Supervisor/Corrections
Jonathan Reed holds the role of Correctional Industries Supervisor at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $46,021.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Heather Richardson works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Heather earned $46,004 in 2025.
Specialized Trades Worker/Corrections
Joseph Benjamin holds the role of Specialized Trades Worker at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $46,002.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Xavier Pennell is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2024 total compensation came to $46,002.
Administrative Support Assistant/Corrections
At Corrections, Elizabeth Henson serves as a Administrative Support Assistant. Their 2025 pay totaled $46,001.
Correctional Program Worker/Corrections
At Corrections, Ronda Fryman serves as a Correctional Program Worker. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,999.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Tramea Mccrary serves as a Probation and Parole Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,997.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Deborah Barlow is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $45,991.
Probation and Parole Assistant/Corrections
Seth Durbin works as a Probation and Parole Assistant for Corrections. Seth earned $45,989 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Mackenzie Slater works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Mackenzie earned $45,981 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Virginia Warden serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,977.
Correctional Lieutenant/Corrections
Kristina Dennis works as a Correctional Lieutenant for Corrections. Kristina earned $45,973 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
April Gramenz is a Correctional Officer at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $45,968.
Library Manager/Corrections
Carolyn Joyce holds the role of Library Manager at Corrections. In 2024, their total compensation was $45,949.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Dakota Lashley works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Dakota earned $45,949 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Misty Holster-House works as a Correctional Officer for Corrections. Misty earned $45,949 in 2025.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Colten Helms serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,939.
Probation and Parole Officer/Corrections
Ryan Nation works as a Probation and Parole Officer for Corrections. Ryan earned $45,939 in 2025.
Library Manager/Corrections
Melissa Freeman works as a Library Manager for Corrections. Melissa earned $45,931 in 2025.
Stores/Warehouse Associate/Corrections
Sharron Montgomery holds the role of Stores/Warehouse Associate at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,930.
Stores/Warehouse Associate/Corrections
Lee Allen is a Stores/Warehouse Associate at Corrections. 2025 total compensation came to $45,930.
Correctional Lieutenant/Corrections
Noah Montgomery is a Correctional Lieutenant at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $45,929.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Jacob Roberts holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,929.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
Cory Busch holds the role of Correctional Officer at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,923.
Food Service Worker/Corrections
Shelia Grindstaff holds the role of Food Service Worker at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,920.
Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections
Paul Barnes holds the role of Correctional Program Specialist at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,909.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Michael Elliott serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,908.
Correctional Administrator (Level 2)/Corrections
Jesse May works as a Correctional Administrator (Level 2) for Corrections. Jesse earned $45,907 in 2025.
Stores/Warehouse Associate/Corrections
Anthony Dement holds the role of Stores/Warehouse Associate at Corrections. In 2025, their total compensation was $45,904.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, John Bosch serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,898.
Safety Inspector/Corrections
At Corrections, Michelle Boyd serves as a Safety Inspector. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,897.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, Ryan Brinkley serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2025 pay totaled $45,890.
Correctional Officer/Corrections
At Corrections, James Reinier serves as a Correctional Officer. Their 2024 pay totaled $45,887.
Specialized Trades Worker/Corrections
Benjamin Kempker works as a Specialized Trades Worker for Corrections. Benjamin earned $45,885 in 2025.
Correctional Program Specialist/Corrections
Cresacre Shaw is a Correctional Program Specialist at Corrections. 2023 total compensation came to $45,884.