Security Guards Salary in West Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $34,330 -10.5% vs national
Median hourly $16.50
10th percentile $27,420
90th percentile $46,390
Employed locally 300
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,420
    25th
    $30,080
    50th (median)
    $34,330
    75th
    $39,640
    90th
    $46,390

    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 West Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $39,120
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $52,020
    Firefighters $34,280
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $52,470
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $56,530
    Bailiffs $28,210

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in West Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in West Kentucky is $16.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.08 or more per hour.

    Is West Kentucky above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in West Kentucky is 10.5% 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 West Kentucky?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $27,420 per year in West Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,080.