Security Guards Salary in West Northwestern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $37,050 -3.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.81
10th percentile $29,230
90th percentile $68,750
Employed locally 470
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,230
    25th
    $31,410
    50th (median)
    $37,050
    75th
    $45,110
    90th
    $68,750

    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 Northwestern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $63,610
    Firefighters $48,520
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $51,000
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $23,270
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $77,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $67,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in West Northwestern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in West Northwestern Ohio is $17.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.13 or more per hour.

    Is West Northwestern Ohio above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in West Northwestern Ohio is 3.4% 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 West Northwestern Ohio?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $29,230 per year in West Northwestern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,410.