Security Guards
SOC code 33-9032 · Protective Service Occupations
National employment
1,283,470
Mean annual wage
$42,470
Mean hourly wage
$20.42
Median annual wage
$38,020
Median hourly wage
$18.28
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $30,210 | $14.52 |
| 25th percentile | $35,210 | $16.93 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $38,020 | $18.28 |
| 75th percentile | $46,200 | $22.21 |
| 90th percentile | $58,840 | $28.29 |
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- Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers 33-9092$33,580/yr
- Protective Service Workers, All Other 33-9099$42,540/yr
- Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators 33-9031$43,370/yr
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.