What are the main factors that influence a Security Guard II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Security Guard 's salary?

A Security Guard 's salary grows with experience: a Security Associate (0-1 years)earns $39,195, a Security Guard II (3-5 years)earns $48,119, a Security Patrol Supervisor (5+ years)earns $60,067,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Guard II?

Security Guard II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Guard II roles are District of Columbia $52,700, California $52,500, Massachusetts $51,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Guard roles make?

Salaries for Security Guard level roles vary by specialization: Security Guard Supervisor: $67,467; Security Guard Team Leader: $59,314; Private Security Guard: $53,712; Security Guard - Armed: $47,516; Hotel Security Guard: $47,158.

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Security Guard II Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Guard II make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Guard II in Delaware is $48,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Security Guard II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $57,370
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,200 to $53,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,469

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Security Guard II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,000	$4,417	$1,019	$25
Average	$48,200	$4,017	$927	$23
25th Percentile	$45,200	$3,767	$869	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Security Guard II Salaries

A Security Guard II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Security Guard Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Guard II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Security Associate (0-1 years): $39,195
Security Guard II (3-5 years): $48,119
Security Patrol Supervisor (5+ years): $60,067

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Security Associate	0-1 years	$39,195
Security Guard II	3-5 years	$48,119
Security Patrol Supervisor	5+ years	$60,067

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How Do Security Guard II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Security Guard IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $52,700.
California: $52,500.
Massachusetts: $51,800.

District of Columbia $52,700 California $52,500 Massachusetts $51,800 Washington $51,600 New Jersey $51,600 Alaska $51,500 Connecticut $50,800 New York $50,600

Hawaii $49,700 Rhode Island $49,300 Maryland $49,000 Minnesota $48,700 Colorado $48,500 Illinois $48,500 Oregon $48,300 Delaware $48,200

New Hampshire $48,100 Virginia $47,900 Pennsylvania $47,400 Nevada $47,100 North Dakota $47,000 Michigan $46,800 Wisconsin $46,800 Vermont $46,700

Maine $46,400 Texas $46,400 Arizona $46,300 Ohio $46,300 Georgia $45,900 Indiana $45,700 Wyoming $45,600 Utah $45,600

Iowa $45,500 Kansas $45,300 Missouri $45,200 Louisiana $45,200 North Carolina $45,200 Florida $45,000 Montana $44,900 Nebraska $44,800

Kentucky $44,800 South Carolina $44,600 Tennessee $44,500 Idaho $44,400 New Mexico $44,100 Oklahoma $44,000 Alabama $43,700 South Dakota $43,200

Arkansas $43,000 West Virginia $42,800 Mississippi $42,400

Top Paying Cities for Security Guard IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $49,900
Little Creek: $49,400
Magnolia: $49,600

Lincoln, DE $49,900 Little Creek, DE $49,400 Magnolia, DE $49,600 Milford, DE $49,900 Marydel, DE $49,200 Millsboro, DE $49,900 Millville, DE $50,200 Milton, DE $49,900

Nassau, DE $49,900 Ocean View, DE $50,200 Rehoboth Beach, DE $50,200 Seaford, DE $49,300 Selbyville, DE $50,200 Smyrna, DE $49,100 Viola, DE $49,600 Woodside, DE $49,500

Bear, DE $48,800 Newark, DE $48,800 Claymont, DE $48,800 Delaware City, DE $48,800 Hockessin, DE $48,800 Kirkwood, DE $48,800 Middletown, DE $49,000 Montchanin, DE $48,800

New Castle, DE $48,800 Odessa, DE $49,100 Port Penn, DE $48,700 Rockland, DE $48,800 Saint Georges, DE $48,800 Townsend, DE $49,000 Winterthur, DE $48,800 Lewes, DE $49,900

Wilmington, DE $48,800 Dover, DE $49,400 Dover Afb, DE $49,500 Bethany Beach, DE $50,200 Bethel, DE $49,300 Bridgeville, DE $49,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $49,400 Cheswold, DE $49,300

Clayton, DE $49,100 Dagsboro, DE $50,200 Delmar, DE $49,300 Ellendale, DE $49,900 Felton, DE $49,900 Fenwick Island, DE $50,200 Frankford, DE $50,200 Frederica, DE $49,900

Georgetown, DE $49,900 Greenwood, DE $49,900 Harbeson, DE $49,900 Harrington, DE $49,900 Hartly, DE $49,100 Houston, DE $49,900 Kenton, DE $49,100 Laurel, DE $49,300

Yorklyn, DE $48,800

Security Guard II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Guard II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$45,200

Average $48,200/year

$53,000

$3,767

Average $4,017/month

$4,417

$869

Average $927/week

$1,019

$22

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,000	$4,417	$1,019	$25
Average	$48,200	$4,017	$927	$23
25th Percentile	$45,200	$3,767	$869	$22

Security Guard II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Security Guard II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Security Patrol Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $60,100 - a projected growth of 25% over your current level.

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