Security Guards Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $40,460 +5.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.45
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $66,250
Employed locally 420
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $35,240
    50th (median)
    $40,460
    75th
    $45,270
    90th
    $66,250

    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 Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers$89,440
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers$69,240
    Firefighters$37,670
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers$30,980
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives$91,940
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers$104,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in South Central Wisconsin is $19.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Security Guards salary in South Central Wisconsin is 5.4% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,240.