Security Guards Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $39,690 +3.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.08
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $51,110
Employed locally 320
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $31,550
    50th (median)
    $39,690
    75th
    $44,500
    90th
    $51,110

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $79,080
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,340
    Firefighters $52,260
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $110,830
    School Bus Monitors $31,950
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $74,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in East Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in East Central Illinois is $19.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.79 or more per hour.

    Is East Central Illinois above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in East Central Illinois is 3.4% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,550.