Security Guards Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $35,380 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.01
10th percentile $28,660
90th percentile $44,650
Employed locally 570
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,660
    25th
    $31,260
    50th (median)
    $35,380
    75th
    $40,520
    90th
    $44,650

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $69,680
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $74,660
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $92,480
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $35,240
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $83,830
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $41,600

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Central Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Central Pennsylvania is $17.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.22 or more per hour.

    Is Central Pennsylvania above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Central Pennsylvania is 7.8% below 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $28,660 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,260.