Security Guards Salary in Northern New Hampshire

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,600 +16.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.44
10th percentile $33,810
90th percentile $60,260
Employed locally 230
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,810
    25th
    $37,440
    50th (median)
    $44,600
    75th
    $55,760
    90th
    $60,260

    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 Northern New Hampshire

    OccupationMedian salary
    Firefighters $44,640
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,960
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $66,370
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $96,310
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $77,750
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $47,150

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Northern New Hampshire?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Northern New Hampshire is $21.44, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.54 or more per hour.

    Is Northern New Hampshire above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Northern New Hampshire is 16.2% 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 Northern New Hampshire?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $33,810 per year in Northern New Hampshire. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,440.