Security Guards Salary in Nevada
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Nevada
Security Guards in Nevada earn a median salary of $38,388 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, +0% vs the national median of $38,370. An estimated 25,510 security guards are employed across Nevada, with salaries ranging from $36,770 to $41,090 depending on location.
$38,388
Avg median salary in Nevada
$41,090
Highest paying metro
$36,770
Lowest paying metro
25,510
Employed in Nevada
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Security Guards salaries by city in Nevada
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | $41,090 | $36,680 | $46,390 | 1,840 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $38,340 | $35,360 | $44,260 | 22,780 |
| Balance of Nevada | $37,350 | $33,080 | $44,500 | 800 |
| Carson City, NV | $36,770 | $34,640 | $46,900 | 90 |