What are the main factors that influence a Diplomatic Security Special Agent's salary?

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

What are the highest paying states for a Diplomatic Security Special Agent?

Diplomatic Security Special Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Diplomatic Security Special Agent roles are District of Columbia $61,344, California $61,112, Massachusetts $60,297. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Diplomatic Security Special Agent roles make?

Salaries for Diplomatic Security Special Agent level roles vary by specialization: Supervisory Special Agent: $142,856; Diplomatic Agent: $105,911; Special Agent: $88,082; Special Agent In Charge: $82,053; Assistant Special Agent In Charge: $81,682.

Diplomatic Security Special Agent Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Diplomatic Security Special Agent make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Diplomatic Security Special Agent in Rhode Island is $57,444 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a Diplomatic Security Special Agent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,868
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $52,015 to $62,900
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $47,072

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Diplomatic Security Special Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,900	$5,242	$1,210	$30
Average	$57,444	$4,787	$1,105	$28
25th Percentile	$52,015	$4,335	$1,000	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Diplomatic Security Special Agent Salaries

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

How Do Diplomatic Security Special Agent 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 Diplomatic Security Special Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $61,344.
California: $61,112.
Massachusetts: $60,297.

District of Columbia $61,344 California $61,112 Massachusetts $60,297 Washington $60,076 New Jersey $60,053 Alaska $59,976 Connecticut $59,211 New York $58,901

Hawaii $57,909 Rhode Island $57,444 Maryland $57,128 Minnesota $56,696 Colorado $56,530 Illinois $56,474 Oregon $56,264 Delaware $56,109

New Hampshire $56,011 Virginia $55,793 Pennsylvania $55,156 Nevada $54,834 North Dakota $54,729 Michigan $54,563 Wisconsin $54,502 Vermont $54,380

Texas $54,042 Maine $54,020 Arizona $53,987 Ohio $53,948 Georgia $53,438 Indiana $53,183 Wyoming $53,133 Utah $53,056

Iowa $53,023 Kansas $52,757 Louisiana $52,679 North Carolina $52,651 Missouri $52,640 Florida $52,424 Montana $52,308 Nebraska $52,197

Kentucky $52,136 South Carolina $51,914 Tennessee $51,776 Idaho $51,721 New Mexico $51,316 Oklahoma $51,227 Alabama $50,901 South Dakota $50,352

Arkansas $50,053 West Virginia $49,892 Mississippi $49,410

Top Paying Cities for Diplomatic Security Special Agents

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:

Adamsville: $58,162
Albion: $57,671
Ashaway: $58,052

Adamsville, RI $58,162 Albion, RI $57,671 Ashaway, RI $58,052 Barrington, RI $57,519 Block Island, RI $57,839 Bradford, RI $58,017 Bristol, RI $57,740 Carolina, RI $57,921

Charlestown, RI $57,942 Chepachet, RI $57,827 Clayville, RI $57,666 Coventry, RI $57,668 West Greenwich, RI $57,827 East Greenwich, RI $57,630 Exeter, RI $57,811 Fiskeville, RI $57,518

Forestdale, RI $57,961 Foster, RI $57,796 Glendale, RI $57,965 Greene, RI $57,872 Greenville, RI $57,540 Harmony, RI $57,614 Harrisville, RI $57,940 Hope, RI $57,554

Hope Valley, RI $58,001 Hopkinton, RI $58,077 Jamestown, RI $57,883 Kenyon, RI $57,914 Little Compton, RI $58,153 Manville, RI $57,746 Mapleville, RI $57,838 Newport, RI $57,941

Middletown, RI $57,967 North Kingstown, RI $57,729 North Scituate, RI $57,615 Oakland, RI $57,900 Pascoag, RI $57,979 Pawtucket, RI $57,433 Central Falls, RI $57,458 Cumberland, RI $57,785

Lincoln, RI $57,516 Portsmouth, RI $57,935 Prudence Island, RI $57,816 Rockville, RI $58,068 Saunderstown, RI $57,848 Shannock, RI $57,917 Slatersville, RI $57,961 Slocum, RI $57,847

Tiverton, RI $58,112 Wakefield, RI $57,898 Kingston, RI $57,876 Narragansett, RI $57,914 Peace Dale, RI $57,890 Warren, RI $57,667 Warwick, RI $57,507 Westerly, RI $58,066

West Kingston, RI $57,894 West Warwick, RI $57,577 Wood River Junction, RI $57,976 Woonsocket, RI $57,964 North Smithfield, RI $57,832 Wyoming, RI $57,917 Providence, RI $57,416 Cranston, RI $57,424

North Providence, RI $57,431 East Providence, RI $57,420 Riverside, RI $57,438 Rumford, RI $57,430 Smithfield, RI $57,546 Johnston, RI $57,450

Diplomatic Security Special Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Diplomatic Security Special Agent'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$52,015

Average $57,444/year

$62,900

$4,335

Average $4,787/month

$5,242

$1,000

Average $1,105/week

$1,210

$25

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$62,900	$5,242	$1,210	$30
Average	$57,444	$4,787	$1,105	$28
25th Percentile	$52,015	$4,335	$1,000	$25

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