Security Guards Salary in Kenosha, WI

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kenosha, WI

Median annual salary $38,490 +0.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.51
10th percentile $26,110
90th percentile $55,230
Employed locally 400
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,110
    25th
    $36,770
    50th (median)
    $38,490
    75th
    $47,120
    90th
    $55,230

    Kenosha economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $79,412 2023 • Census ACS
    Security Guards salary vs area income 48% Median Security Guards salary is 52% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Kenosha?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Kenosha, WI is $18.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.29 or more per hour.

    Is Kenosha above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Kenosha, WI is 0.3% 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 Kenosha?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $26,110 per year in Kenosha, WI. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,770.