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The average salary for a Probation Officer in U.S. is $67,880.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $67,880

$41,700$105,220

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $32.64

$20.05$50.59

What does a Probation Officer earn?

On average, probation officers earn around $67,880 per year in the U.S. Probation officers work to help people who have been convicted of a crime. They are responsible for monitoring the individuals under their supervision, providing guidance and advice to manage reintegration in society. Probation officers also evaluate and assess people to help inform custodial sentences; dealing with breaches of these sentences is a key duty of the role.

How to earn more as a Probation Officer

To become a probation officer, you'll need to complete a degree or postgraduate qualification in criminology, psychology, or a related subject. Or, you can pursue a degree apprenticeship. To increase your earnings, you could specialise in areas such as family or mental health, or take on management positions within social welfare roles. Moreover, you could set up your own independent practice and offer specialist services.