Security Guards Salary in West South Dakota

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

Median annual salary $34,810 -9.3% vs national
Median hourly $16.73
10th percentile $28,400
90th percentile $50,190
Employed locally 300
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,400
    25th
    $31,840
    50th (median)
    $34,810
    75th
    $38,970
    90th
    $50,190

    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 South Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $54,770
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $45,500
    Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $29,140
    Firefighters $44,800
    First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $75,220
    Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators $33,710

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in West South Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in West South Dakota is $16.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.22 or more per hour.

    Is West South Dakota above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in West South Dakota is 9.3% 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 South Dakota?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $28,400 per year in West South Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,840.