Women’s prison population, correctional costs projected to grow through 2035

A new report from the Council on Criminal Justice projects that both the female prison population and the costs associated with incarcerating women will continue to rise through 2035. The analysis highlights that women cost 25% to 75% more to incarcerate than men, placing an increased financial strain on state and local correctional systems. This trend underscores the need for reevaluating current correctional policies to manage costs and address the underlying issues contributing to the rise in female incarcerations.