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

A Security Agent's salary grows with experience: a Security Agent (0-1 years)earns $43,316, a Security Guard - Armed (3-5 years)earns $53,207, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $66,425,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Agent?

Security Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Agent roles are District of Columbia $42,606, California $42,445, Massachusetts $41,879. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Agent roles make?

Salaries for Security Agent level roles vary by specialization: Security Manager: $104,938; Security Specialist: $63,108; Sales Agent: $61,560; Insurance Agent: $58,172; Diplomatic Security Special Agent: $54,997.

Security Agent Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Security Agent make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Agent in District of Columbia is $42,606 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,812
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $39,203 to $44,808
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $36,104

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Security Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,808	$3,734	$862	$22
Average	$42,606	$3,551	$819	$20
25th Percentile	$39,203	$3,267	$754	$19

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Key Factors That Influence Security Agent Salaries

A Security Agent'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 Do Security 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 Security Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,606.
California: $42,445.
Massachusetts: $41,879.

District of Columbia $42,606 California $42,445 Massachusetts $41,879 Washington $41,725 New Jersey $41,710 Alaska $41,656 Connecticut $41,125 New York $40,909

Hawaii $40,221 Rhode Island $39,897 Maryland $39,678 Minnesota $39,378 Colorado $39,262 Illinois $39,224 Oregon $39,078 Delaware $38,970

New Hampshire $38,902 Virginia $38,751 Pennsylvania $38,308 Nevada $38,085 North Dakota $38,012 Michigan $37,896 Wisconsin $37,854 Vermont $37,769

Texas $37,535 Maine $37,519 Arizona $37,496 Ohio $37,469 Georgia $37,115 Indiana $36,938 Wyoming $36,904 Utah $36,850

Iowa $36,827 Kansas $36,642 Louisiana $36,588 North Carolina $36,569 Missouri $36,561 Florida $36,411 Montana $36,330 Nebraska $36,253

Kentucky $36,211 South Carolina $36,057 Tennessee $35,961 Idaho $35,922 New Mexico $35,641 Oklahoma $35,580 Alabama $35,353 South Dakota $34,972

Arkansas $34,764 West Virginia $34,652 Mississippi $34,318

Top Paying Cities for Security 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:

Parcel Return Service: $42,606
Washington: $42,606
Naval Anacost Annex: $42,606

Parcel Return Service, DC $42,606 Washington, DC $42,606 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $42,606 Washington Navy Yard, DC $42,606

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

Understanding how a Security 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 April 01, 2026

$39,203

Average $42,606/year

$44,808

$3,267

Average $3,551/month

$3,734

$754

Average $819/week

$862

$19

Average $20/hour

$22

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,808	$3,734	$862	$22
Average	$42,606	$3,551	$819	$20
25th Percentile	$39,203	$3,267	$754	$19

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