Security Guards Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,140 +25.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.14
10th percentile $35,740
90th percentile $62,230
Employed locally 550
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,740
    25th
    $40,320
    50th (median)
    $48,140
    75th
    $53,060
    90th
    $62,230

    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 Northwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$44,430
    Firefighters$62,520
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$82,790
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$66,870
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$121,310
    Protective Service Workers, All Other$49,000

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Northwest Colorado is $23.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.57 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Northwest Colorado is 25.5% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $35,740 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,320.