Security Guards Salary in South Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $35,960 -6.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.29
10th percentile $29,130
90th percentile $49,170
Employed locally 460
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,130
    25th
    $33,730
    50th (median)
    $35,960
    75th
    $40,510
    90th
    $49,170

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$46,990
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$51,490
    Firefighters$39,100
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$56,130
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$28,800
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators$55,220

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in South Central Tennessee is $17.29, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.10 or more per hour.

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

    The median Security Guards salary in South Central Tennessee is 6.3% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,130 per year in South Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,730.