Security Guards Salary in Waterloo, IA

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA

Median annual salary $36,690 -4.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.64
10th percentile $30,950
90th percentile $60,140
Employed locally 330
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,950
    25th
    $35,330
    50th (median)
    $36,690
    75th
    $44,450
    90th
    $60,140

    Waterloo economic context

    Unemployment rate 3.50% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $68,916 2023 • Census ACS
    Security Guards salary vs area income 53% Median Security Guards salary is 47% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Waterloo?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Waterloo, IA is $17.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.88 or more per hour.

    Is Waterloo above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Waterloo, IA is 4.4% 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 Waterloo?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $30,950 per year in Waterloo, IA. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,330.