Security Guards Salary in Middle Georgia

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Middle Georgia nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,950 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.36
10th percentile $30,890
90th percentile $39,560
Employed locally 1,610
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,890
    25th
    $31,100
    50th (median)
    $31,950
    75th
    $35,300
    90th
    $39,560

    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 Middle Georgia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $43,930
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $46,660
    Firefighters $36,700
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $66,640
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $52,680
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $59,510

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Middle Georgia?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Middle Georgia is $15.36, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.85 or more per hour.

    Is Middle Georgia above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Middle Georgia is 16.7% 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 Middle Georgia?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $30,890 per year in Middle Georgia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,100.