Security Guards Salary in Southern Vermont

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,900 +4% vs national
Median hourly $19.19
10th percentile $33,140
90th percentile $58,020
Employed locally 200
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,140
    25th
    $37,110
    50th (median)
    $39,900
    75th
    $46,980
    90th
    $58,020

    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 Southern Vermont

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $61,100
    Firefighters $48,290
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $53,810
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $36,420
    Crossing Guards and Flaggers $46,130
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $99,740

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Southern Vermont?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Southern Vermont is $19.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.89 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Vermont above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Southern Vermont is 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 Southern Vermont?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $33,140 per year in Southern Vermont. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,110.