Security Guards Salary in West Montana

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

Median annual salary $39,990 +4.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.23
10th percentile $28,800
90th percentile $46,950
Employed locally 190
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,800
    25th
    $36,000
    50th (median)
    $39,990
    75th
    $46,740
    90th
    $46,950

    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 Montana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $65,370
    Firefighters $59,070
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $52,060
    Detectives and Criminal Investigators $97,600
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $83,620
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $82,510

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in West Montana is $19.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Security Guards salary in West Montana is 4.2% 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 West Montana?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $28,800 per year in West Montana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,000.