Security Guards Salary in Southeast-Central Idaho

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast-Central Idaho nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,720 -6.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.17
10th percentile $29,640
90th percentile $48,380
Employed locally 130
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,640
    25th
    $32,240
    50th (median)
    $35,720
    75th
    $44,540
    90th
    $48,380

    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 Southeast-Central Idaho

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $59,070
    Firefighters $39,070
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $49,860
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,650
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $62,210
    School Bus Monitors $33,680

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Southeast-Central Idaho?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Southeast-Central Idaho is $17.17, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.45 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast-Central Idaho above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Southeast-Central Idaho is 6.9% 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 Southeast-Central Idaho?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,640 per year in Southeast-Central Idaho. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,240.