Security Guards Salary in Hawaii / Kauai

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,300 +25.9% vs national
Median hourly $23.22
10th percentile $30,580
90th percentile $61,380
Employed locally 850
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,580
    25th
    $37,500
    50th (median)
    $48,300
    75th
    $57,570
    90th
    $61,380

    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 Hawaii / Kauai

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$86,440
    Firefighters$67,010
    Transportation Security Screeners$68,760
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$66,250
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$56,660
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers$89,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Hawaii / Kauai?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Hawaii / Kauai is $23.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.30 or more per hour.

    Is Hawaii / Kauai above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Hawaii / Kauai is 25.9% 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 Hawaii / Kauai?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $30,580 per year in Hawaii / Kauai. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,500.