Security Guards Salary in North Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,860 -6.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.24
10th percentile $29,360
90th percentile $51,690
Employed locally 310
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,360
    25th
    $31,200
    50th (median)
    $35,860
    75th
    $44,300
    90th
    $51,690

    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 North Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $45,760
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $53,080
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $56,220
    Firefighters $44,380
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,050
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $63,270

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in North Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in North Florida is $17.24, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.49 or more per hour.

    Is North Florida above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in North Florida is 6.5% 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 North Florida?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,360 per year in North Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,200.