Updated Sep 15, 2022

How much does a Security Guard make?

Updated Sep 15, 2022

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Industry

$36,358 / yrTotal Pay
$34,515 / yrBase Pay
$1,844 / yrAdditional Pay

$36,358

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The estimated total pay for a Security Guard is $36,358 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $34,515 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $1,844 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

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Total Pay Trajectory

For Security Officer

$37,068 /yr
Security Officer
$48,826 /yr
Senior Security Officer
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Top Paying Companies

For a Security Guard in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Security Guard in United States. Employers include Intel Corporation, US Department of Defense and Lockheed Martin.

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Intel Corporation
$51,749/yr
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Uber
$40,549/yr

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Top Paying Industries

For a Security Guard in United States

The top 5 paying industries for a Security Guard in United States are Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $41,520, Information Technology with a median total pay of $40,611, Government & Public Administration with a median total pay of $37,678, Legal with a median total pay of $37,508, and Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $37,117.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Aerospace & DefenseAerospace & Defense$41,520

    18% Higher than other industries

  • Information TechnologyInformation Technology$40,611

    17% Higher than other industries

  • Government & Public AdministrationGovernment & Public Administration$37,678

    10% Higher than other industries

  • LegalLegal$37,508

    10% Higher than other industries

  • Construction, Repair & Maintenance ServicesConstruction, Repair & Maintenance Services$37,117

    9% Higher than other industries

Aerospace & Defense

Top paying companies in Aerospace & Defense for Security Guard are US Department of Defense, Lockheed Martin, and Chenega Corporation.

US Department of DefenseUS Department of Defense$41,600/yr
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin$41,520/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Military & Protective Services?

Job opportunities in military and protective services depend heavily on government budgets that may not be flexible. Pay scales rely heavily on time in service and are less-performance based, but public sector benefits can be attractive. Protective services roles are also an opportunity for veterans looking to transition into civilian roles. Education requirements in military and protective services vary, though many jobs don't require a Bachelor's degree.

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Location

Total Pay

Base Pay | Additional Pay

Total Years of Experience

Years at Recent Employer

Submitted

Date or Time

Security Officer

United States of America

 | 7-9 years

$8

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

7-9 years
Yesterday
Security Guard

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$25,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Security Officer

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$14

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Science Specialist

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$14

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Security Guard

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$21

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Security Officer

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$36,400

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Security Officer

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$18

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday
Nuclear Security Officer

United States of America

 | 4-6 years

$50,000

/yr

Submitted Yesterday

4-6 years
Yesterday
Asset Protection Investigator

United States of America

 | 1-3 years

$16

/hr

Submitted Yesterday

1-3 years
Yesterday

Security Guard pay FAQ

The national average salary for a Security Guard is $34,515 per year in United States. Filter by location to see a Security Guard salaries in your area. Salaries estimates are based on 10550 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Security Guard employees.

The highest salary for a Security Guard in United States is $43,524 per year.

The lowest salary for a Security Guard in United States is $27,370 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Security Guard or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Security Guard.