What are the main factors that influence a Private Security'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 Private Security?

Private Security salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Private Security roles are District of Columbia $41,327, California $41,170, Massachusetts $40,622. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Private Security roles make?

Salaries for Private Security level roles vary by specialization: Security Research Manager: $153,000; Private Investor: $115,436; Private Chef: $81,132; Private Tutor: $58,040; Private Security Guard: $53,769.

Private Security Salary in Nevada

How much does a Private Security make in Nevada?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Private Security in Nevada is $36,941 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $18.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,263
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $30,622 to $44,961
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $24,869

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Private Security Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,961	$3,747	$865	$22
Average	$36,941	$3,078	$710	$18
25th Percentile	$30,622	$2,552	$589	$15

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Key Factors That Influence Private Security Salaries

A Private Security'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 Private Security 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 Private Securities. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $41,327.
California: $41,170.
Massachusetts: $40,622.

District of Columbia $41,327 California $41,170 Massachusetts $40,622 Washington $40,472 New Jersey $40,457 Alaska $40,405 Connecticut $39,890 New York $39,681

Hawaii $39,013 Rhode Island $38,699 Maryland $38,487 Minnesota $38,195 Colorado $38,084 Illinois $38,046 Oregon $37,904 Delaware $37,800

New Hampshire $37,734 Virginia $37,587 Pennsylvania $37,158 Nevada $36,941 North Dakota $36,870 Michigan $36,758 Wisconsin $36,717 Vermont $36,635

Texas $36,408 Maine $36,393 Arizona $36,370 Ohio $36,344 Georgia $36,001 Indiana $35,829 Wyoming $35,795 Utah $35,743

Iowa $35,721 Kansas $35,542 Louisiana $35,489 North Carolina $35,471 Missouri $35,463 Florida $35,318 Montana $35,239 Nebraska $35,165

Kentucky $35,124 South Carolina $34,974 Tennessee $34,881 Idaho $34,844 New Mexico $34,571 Oklahoma $34,511 Alabama $34,291 South Dakota $33,922

Arkansas $33,720 West Virginia $33,612 Mississippi $33,287

Top Paying Cities for Private Securities

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:

The Lakes: $36,269
Alamo: $37,324
Henderson: $36,277

The Lakes, NV $36,269 Alamo, NV $37,324 Henderson, NV $36,277 Beatty, NV $37,367 Blue Diamond, NV $36,319 Boulder City, NV $36,365 Bunkerville, NV $37,128 Caliente, NV $37,206

Dyer, NV $37,335 Goldfield, NV $37,318 Hiko, NV $37,244 Indian Springs, NV $36,779 Jean, NV $36,601 Amargosa Valley, NV $37,358 Logandale, NV $37,091 Manhattan, NV $37,383

Mercury, NV $37,252 Mesquite, NV $37,343 Moapa, NV $36,797 Laughlin, NV $37,194 North Las Vegas, NV $36,269 Coyote Springs, NV $37,053 Cal Nev Ari, NV $37,036 Overton, NV $36,695

Pahrump, NV $37,103 Panaca, NV $37,167 Pioche, NV $37,173 Round Mountain, NV $37,332 Searchlight, NV $36,863 Silverpeak, NV $37,448 Tonopah, NV $37,331 Sloan, NV $36,290

Las Vegas, NV $36,269 Nellis Afb, NV $36,269 Ely, NV $37,322 Austin, NV $37,300 Baker, NV $37,162 Duckwater, NV $37,351 Eureka, NV $37,321 Lund, NV $37,319

Mc Gill, NV $37,372 Ruth, NV $37,455 Crystal Bay, NV $37,812 Dayton, NV $37,339 Denio, NV $37,231 Empire, NV $37,325 Fallon, NV $37,390 Fernley, NV $37,417

Gabbs, NV $37,333 Gardnerville, NV $37,424 Genoa, NV $37,358 Gerlach, NV $37,342 Glenbrook, NV $37,395 Golconda, NV $37,315 Hawthorne, NV $37,394 Imlay, NV $37,340

Lovelock, NV $37,390 Luning, NV $37,400 Mc Dermitt, NV $37,211 Mina, NV $37,325 Minden, NV $37,329 Nixon, NV $37,339 Orovada, NV $37,260 Paradise Valley, NV $37,307

Schurz, NV $37,356 Silver City, NV $37,274 Silver Springs, NV $37,406 Smith, NV $37,384 Sparks, NV $37,401 Sun Valley, NV $37,402 Valmy, NV $37,385 Verdi, NV $37,461

Virginia City, NV $37,294 Wadsworth, NV $37,386 Wellington, NV $37,389 Winnemucca, NV $37,361 Yerington, NV $37,376 Zephyr Cove, NV $37,433 Stateline, NV $37,448 Incline Village, NV $37,503

Reno, NV $37,400 Carson City, NV $37,236 Washoe Valley, NV $37,265 Elko, NV $37,402 Spring Creek, NV $37,403 Battle Mountain, NV $37,352 Crescent Valley, NV $37,338 Carlin, NV $37,380

Deeth, NV $37,324 Halleck, NV $37,324 Jackpot, NV $37,020 Jarbidge, NV $37,102 Lamoille, NV $37,346 Montello, NV $37,101 Mountain City, NV $37,208 Owyhee, NV $37,108

Ruby Valley, NV $37,310 Tuscarora, NV $37,282 Wells, NV $37,279 West Wendover, NV $37,312

Private Security Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Private Security'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

$30,622

Average $36,941/year

$44,961

$2,552

Average $3,078/month

$3,747

$589

Average $710/week

$865

$15

Average $18/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,961	$3,747	$865	$22
Average	$36,941	$3,078	$710	$18
25th Percentile	$30,622	$2,552	$589	$15

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