Protective Service Occupations
Security Guards
SOC 33-9032
National Median Salary
$38,370
/year
Range: $29,800 \u2013 $59,580
↑ +0%
Growth 2023-2033
161
Annual Openings
B
Safety Grade
1,241,770
Total Employed
Requirements
Education High school diploma or equivalent
Top Paying States
1. District of Columbia $63,130
2. Alaska $48,620
3. Washington $48,010
4. Colorado $46,080
5. Minnesota $46,020
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Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024.