What are the main factors that influence an Armed Security 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 Armed Security Officer?

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

How does experience change An Armed Security Officer's salary?

An Armed Security Officer's salary grows with experience: a Security Guard - Unarmed (0-1 years)earns $38,079, a Armed Security Officer (3-5 years)earns $46,800, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $58,433,

What are the highest paying states for an Armed Security Officer?

Armed Security Officer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Armed Security Officer roles are District of Columbia $51,553, California $51,358, Massachusetts $50,673. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Armed Security Officer level roles vary by specialization: Campus Security Officer: $66,468; (PSO) Armed Security Officer: $49,871; Airport Security Officer: $49,623; Armed Protective Security Officer: $48,689; Armed Nuclear Security Officer: $48,066.

Armed Security Officer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Armed Security Officer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Armed Security Officer in Delaware is $47,153 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,325
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,152 to $51,954
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,419

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Armed Security Officer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,954	$4,329	$999	$25
Average	$47,153	$3,929	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$44,152	$3,679	$849	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Armed Security Officer Salaries

An Armed Security 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 Armed Security 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 Armed Security Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,553.
California: $51,358.
Massachusetts: $50,673.

District of Columbia $51,553 California $51,358 Massachusetts $50,673 Washington $50,487 New Jersey $50,468 Alaska $50,403 Connecticut $49,760 New York $49,500

Hawaii $48,666 Rhode Island $48,275 Maryland $48,010 Minnesota $47,647 Colorado $47,507 Illinois $47,460 Oregon $47,283 Delaware $47,153

New Hampshire $47,071 Virginia $46,888 Pennsylvania $46,352 Nevada $46,082 North Dakota $45,994 Michigan $45,854 Wisconsin $45,803 Vermont $45,700

Texas $45,416 Maine $45,398 Arizona $45,370 Ohio $45,337 Georgia $44,909 Indiana $44,695 Wyoming $44,653 Utah $44,587

Iowa $44,560 Kansas $44,336 Louisiana $44,271 North Carolina $44,248 Missouri $44,238 Florida $44,057 Montana $43,959 Nebraska $43,866

Kentucky $43,815 South Carolina $43,628 Tennessee $43,512 Idaho $43,465 New Mexico $43,125 Oklahoma $43,051 Alabama $42,776 South Dakota $42,315

Arkansas $42,064 West Virginia $41,929 Mississippi $41,524

Top Paying Cities for Armed Security 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: $46,941
Little Creek: $47,284
Magnolia: $47,216

Lincoln, DE $46,941 Little Creek, DE $47,284 Magnolia, DE $47,216 Milford, DE $47,060 Marydel, DE $47,137 Millsboro, DE $46,744 Millville, DE $46,816 Milton, DE $46,897

Nassau, DE $46,931 Ocean View, DE $46,808 Rehoboth Beach, DE $46,898 Seaford, DE $46,924 Selbyville, DE $46,730 Smyrna, DE $47,317 Viola, DE $47,099 Woodside, DE $47,226

Bear, DE $47,117 Newark, DE $47,099 Claymont, DE $47,195 Delaware City, DE $47,146 Hockessin, DE $47,095 Kirkwood, DE $47,137 Middletown, DE $47,155 Montchanin, DE $47,106

New Castle, DE $47,113 Odessa, DE $47,179 Port Penn, DE $47,210 Rockland, DE $47,110 Saint Georges, DE $47,140 Townsend, DE $47,213 Winterthur, DE $47,116 Lewes, DE $46,915

Wilmington, DE $47,097 Dover, DE $47,284 Dover Afb, DE $47,035 Bethany Beach, DE $46,759 Bethel, DE $46,807 Bridgeville, DE $46,917 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,151 Cheswold, DE $47,269

Clayton, DE $47,270 Dagsboro, DE $46,726 Delmar, DE $46,651 Ellendale, DE $46,793 Felton, DE $47,056 Fenwick Island, DE $46,736 Frankford, DE $46,655 Frederica, DE $47,103

Georgetown, DE $46,708 Greenwood, DE $46,925 Harbeson, DE $46,758 Harrington, DE $46,997 Hartly, DE $47,143 Houston, DE $46,930 Kenton, DE $47,273 Laurel, DE $46,680

Yorklyn, DE $47,109

Armed Security Officer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Armed Security 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, Armed Security Officer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Armed Security Officer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Armed Security Officer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$61,299	$29.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$58,941	$28.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$56,584	$27.0	20%
Business Services	$54,226	$26.0	15%
Healthcare	$51,868	$25.0	10%

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

Understanding how an Armed Security 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 July 01, 2026

$44,152

Average $47,153/year

$51,954

$3,679

Average $3,929/month

$4,329

$849

Average $907/week

$999

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$51,954	$4,329	$999	$25
Average	$47,153	$3,929	$907	$23
25th Percentile	$44,152	$3,679	$849	$21

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