Security Guards Salary in South Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $31,330 -18.3% vs national
Median hourly $15.06
10th percentile $21,560
90th percentile $45,520
Employed locally 990
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $21,560
    25th
    $29,190
    50th (median)
    $31,330
    75th
    $35,750
    90th
    $45,520

    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 South Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $36,140
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $46,060
    Firefighters $26,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $59,400
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $43,130
    Bailiffs $33,450

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in South Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in South Central Kentucky is $15.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.96 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Kentucky above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in South Central Kentucky is 18.3% 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 South Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $21,560 per year in South Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,190.