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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Security Patrol Officer?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Patrol Officer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security Patrol Officer's salary?

A Security Patrol Officer's salary grows with experience: a Security Guard - Unarmed (0-1 years)earns $38,172, a Security Patrol Officer (3-5 years)earns $46,922, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $58,588,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Patrol Officer?

Security Patrol Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Patrol Officer roles are District of Columbia $50,588, California $50,396, Massachusetts $49,724. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Patrol Officer roles make?

Salaries for Security Patrol Officer level roles vary by specialization: California Highway Patrol CHP Officer: $67,231; Campus Security Officer: $66,469; Patrol Officer: $65,312; Police Patrol Officer: $64,060; Police or Sheriff's Patrol Officer: $64,060.

Security Patrol Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Patrol Officer make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Patrol Officer in Delaware is $46,270 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $54,146
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,139 to $50,393
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40,288

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Security Patrol Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,393	$4,199	$969	$24
Average	$46,270	$3,856	$890	$22
25th Percentile	$43,139	$3,595	$830	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Security Patrol Officer Salaries

A Security Patrol Officer'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 Patrol Officer 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 Patrol Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $50,588.
California: $50,396.
Massachusetts: $49,724.

District of Columbia $50,588 California $50,396 Massachusetts $49,724 Washington $49,541 New Jersey $49,523 Alaska $49,459 Connecticut $48,829 New York $48,573

Hawaii $47,755 Rhode Island $47,371 Maryland $47,111 Minnesota $46,754 Colorado $46,617 Illinois $46,572 Oregon $46,398 Delaware $46,270

New Hampshire $46,190 Virginia $46,010 Pennsylvania $45,484 Nevada $45,219 North Dakota $45,132 Michigan $44,995 Wisconsin $44,945 Vermont $44,845

Texas $44,566 Maine $44,548 Arizona $44,520 Ohio $44,488 Georgia $44,068 Indiana $43,858 Wyoming $43,817 Utah $43,753

Iowa $43,725 Kansas $43,506 Louisiana $43,442 North Carolina $43,419 Missouri $43,410 Florida $43,232 Montana $43,136 Nebraska $43,044

Kentucky $42,994 South Carolina $42,811 Tennessee $42,697 Idaho $42,651 New Mexico $42,318 Oklahoma $42,245 Alabama $41,975 South Dakota $41,523

Arkansas $41,276 West Virginia $41,144 Mississippi $40,746

Top Paying Cities for Security Patrol Officers

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: $46,062
Little Creek: $46,399
Magnolia: $46,332

Lincoln, DE $46,062 Little Creek, DE $46,399 Magnolia, DE $46,332 Milford, DE $46,179 Marydel, DE $46,255 Millsboro, DE $45,868 Millville, DE $45,939 Milton, DE $46,019

Nassau, DE $46,052 Ocean View, DE $45,931 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,020 Seaford, DE $46,046 Selbyville, DE $45,855 Smyrna, DE $46,431 Viola, DE $46,217 Woodside, DE $46,341

Bear, DE $46,234 Newark, DE $46,217 Claymont, DE $46,312 Delaware City, DE $46,263 Hockessin, DE $46,213 Kirkwood, DE $46,255 Middletown, DE $46,272 Montchanin, DE $46,223

New Castle, DE $46,230 Odessa, DE $46,295 Port Penn, DE $46,326 Rockland, DE $46,228 Saint Georges, DE $46,258 Townsend, DE $46,329 Winterthur, DE $46,234 Lewes, DE $46,037

Wilmington, DE $46,215 Dover, DE $46,399 Dover Afb, DE $46,154 Bethany Beach, DE $45,883 Bethel, DE $45,931 Bridgeville, DE $46,039 Camden Wyoming, DE $46,268 Cheswold, DE $46,384

Clayton, DE $46,385 Dagsboro, DE $45,851 Delmar, DE $45,778 Ellendale, DE $45,916 Felton, DE $46,175 Fenwick Island, DE $45,861 Frankford, DE $45,781 Frederica, DE $46,221

Georgetown, DE $45,834 Greenwood, DE $46,046 Harbeson, DE $45,883 Harrington, DE $46,117 Hartly, DE $46,260 Houston, DE $46,051 Kenton, DE $46,387 Laurel, DE $45,806

Yorklyn, DE $46,227

Security Patrol Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Patrol Officer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Security Patrol Officer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Patrol Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Patrol Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$60,151	$29.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$57,838	$28.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$55,524	$27.0	20%
Business Services	$53,211	$26.0	15%
Healthcare	$50,897	$24.0	10%

Security Patrol Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Patrol Officer'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

$43,139

Average $46,270/year

$50,393

$3,595

Average $3,856/month

$4,199

$830

Average $890/week

$969

$21

Average $22/hour

$24

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$50,393	$4,199	$969	$24
Average	$46,270	$3,856	$890	$22
25th Percentile	$43,139	$3,595	$830	$21

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