Security Guards Salary in Central New Hampshire

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,190 +15.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.24
10th percentile $34,720
90th percentile $77,500
Employed locally 300
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,720
    25th
    $36,380
    50th (median)
    $44,190
    75th
    $53,560
    90th
    $77,500

    Top-paying metros for Security Guards

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $87,770
    Idaho Falls, ID $79,470
    District of Columbia $63,130
    Northwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $56,380
    Fairbanks-College, AK $52,850
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $51,320

    Related occupations in Central New Hampshire

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $54,010
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $65,700
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $63,860
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $99,100
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $85,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $87,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Central New Hampshire?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Central New Hampshire is $21.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.08 or more per hour.

    Is Central New Hampshire above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Central New Hampshire is 15.2% above the national median of $38,370. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Security Guards in Central New Hampshire?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $34,720 per year in Central New Hampshire. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,380.