Security Guards Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,090 -5.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.35
10th percentile $27,310
90th percentile $46,420
Employed locally 730
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,310
    25th
    $33,140
    50th (median)
    $36,090
    75th
    $40,620
    90th
    $46,420

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $63,540
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $34,630
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $84,510
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $38,810
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $93,910
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $96,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $17.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.91 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 5.9% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $27,310 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,140.