Security Guards Salary in Massachusetts

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Massachusetts nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $41,760 +8.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.08
10th percentile $35,630
90th percentile $76,440
Employed locally 120
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,630
    25th
    $36,810
    50th (median)
    $41,760
    75th
    $47,480
    90th
    $76,440

    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 Massachusetts

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $71,050
    Firefighters $64,440
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $115,180
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $47,460
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $82,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Massachusetts?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Massachusetts is $20.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.65 or more per hour.

    Is Massachusetts above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Massachusetts is 8.8% 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 Massachusetts?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $35,630 per year in Massachusetts. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,810.