Security Guards Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $42,240 +10.1% vs national
Median hourly $20.31
10th percentile $31,310
90th percentile $71,150
Employed locally 360
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,310
    25th
    $34,610
    50th (median)
    $42,240
    75th
    $61,940
    90th
    $71,150

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $62,060
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $59,990
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $25,010
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $87,540
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $69,590
    Firefighters $46,640

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in South Nebraska?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in South Nebraska is $20.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.81 or more per hour.

    Is South Nebraska above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in South Nebraska is 10.1% 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 Nebraska?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $31,310 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,610.