Security Guards Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,050 +17.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.66
10th percentile $37,370
90th percentile $124,450
Employed locally 1,020
National median $38,370

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,370
    25th
    $38,070
    50th (median)
    $45,050
    75th
    $59,570
    90th
    $124,450

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Correctional Officers and Jailers $74,480
    Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $83,100
    Firefighters $73,130
    First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $90,660
    First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $119,700
    Protective Service Workers, All Other $42,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Security Guards make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Security Guards in Western Washington is $21.66, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.50 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Security Guards salaries?

    The median Security Guards salary in Western Washington is 17.4% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Security Guards (10th percentile) earn around $37,370 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,070.