Security Guards Salary in Eastern Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,070 +1.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.79
10th percentile $35,960
90th percentile $61,870
Employed locally 300
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,960
    25th
    $37,780
    50th (median)
    $39,070
    75th
    $53,480
    90th
    $61,870

    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 Eastern Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $82,750
    Firefighters $68,790
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $63,690
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $105,170
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $95,550
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $42,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Eastern Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Eastern Washington is $18.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.11 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Washington above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Eastern Washington is 1.8% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $35,960 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,780.