Security Guards Salary in East Georgia

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

Median annual salary $31,030 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $14.92
10th percentile $22,430
90th percentile $52,000
Employed locally 530
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,430
    25th
    $29,000
    50th (median)
    $31,030
    75th
    $37,950
    90th
    $52,000

    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 Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$44,040
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$44,190
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$59,030
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$52,830
    Firefighters$36,280
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$50,920

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in East Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in East Georgia is $14.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.12 or more per hour.

    Is East Georgia above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in East Georgia is 19.1% 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 East Georgia?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $22,430 per year in East Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,000.