Security Guards Salary in East South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $36,840 -4% vs national
Median hourly $17.71
10th percentile $31,670
90th percentile $57,200
Employed locally 270
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,670
    25th
    $33,790
    50th (median)
    $36,840
    75th
    $43,860
    90th
    $57,200

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $59,510
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $49,380
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $28,720
    Firefighters $44,830
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $80,930
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $50,340

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in East South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in East South Dakota is $17.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.98 or more per hour.

    Is East South Dakota above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in East South Dakota is 4% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $31,670 per year in East South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,790.