About Federal Prisons
Understanding federal prisons in the United States
Federal prisons in the United States are operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) and house individuals convicted of federal crimes. These facilities range from minimum-security prison camps to maximum-security penitentiaries. The BOP operates over 120 facilities across the country, housing approximately 150,000 inmates.
Federal Prison Security Levels
- Minimum Security (FPCs): Work and program-oriented facilities with limited security
- Low Security (FCIs): Double-fenced perimeters with dormitory or cubicle housing
- Medium Security (FCIs): Strengthened perimeters with cell-type housing
- High Security (USPs): Highly secure perimeters with close staff supervision
- Administrative: Special mission facilities including medical centers and detention centers
Federal Prisons by State
Select a state to view federal prisons in that state
Alabama
5
Arizona
6
Arkansas
3
California
19
Colorado
6
Connecticut
2
Florida
12
Georgia
6
Hawaii
1
Illinois
8
Indiana
3
Kansas
2
Kentucky
10
Louisiana
6
Maryland
2
Massachusetts
2
Michigan
1
Minnesota
4
Mississippi
3
Missouri
1
New Hampshire
2
New Jersey
4
New York
5
North Carolina
5
Ohio
2
Oklahoma
3
Oregon
2
Pennsylvania
14
Puerto Rico
1
South Carolina
8
South Dakota
1
Tennessee
2
Texas
20
Virginia
5
Washington
1
West Virginia
11
Wisconsin
2
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All Federal Prisons
Complete listing of federal prisons in the United States