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

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

How does experience change A Weekend Security's salary?

A Weekend Security's salary grows with experience: a Weekend Security (0-1 years)earns $40,356, a Security Guard - Armed (3-5 years)earns $49,598, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $61,927,

What are the highest paying states for a Weekend Security?

Weekend Security salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Weekend Security roles are District of Columbia $46,655, California $46,478, Massachusetts $45,858. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Weekend Security roles make?

Salaries for Weekend Security level roles vary by specialization: Weekend Nurse: $81,166; Weekend Auditor: $66,448; Weekend Meteorologist: $52,253; Weekend Tracker: $50,774; Weekend Security Guard: $47,491.

Weekend Security Salary in Delaware

How much does a Weekend Security make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Weekend Security in Delaware is $42,673 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $52,901
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,193 to $48,026
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,115

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Weekend Security Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,026	$4,002	$924	$23
Average	$42,673	$3,556	$821	$21
25th Percentile	$38,193	$3,183	$734	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Weekend Security Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $46,655.
California: $46,478.
Massachusetts: $45,858.

District of Columbia $46,655 California $46,478 Massachusetts $45,858 Washington $45,690 New Jersey $45,673 Alaska $45,614 Connecticut $45,032 New York $44,796

Hawaii $44,042 Rhode Island $43,688 Maryland $43,448 Minnesota $43,119 Colorado $42,993 Illinois $42,951 Oregon $42,791 Delaware $42,673

New Hampshire $42,599 Virginia $42,433 Pennsylvania $41,948 Nevada $41,704 North Dakota $41,624 Michigan $41,497 Wisconsin $41,451 Vermont $41,358

Texas $41,101 Maine $41,084 Arizona $41,059 Ohio $41,029 Georgia $40,642 Indiana $40,448 Wyoming $40,410 Utah $40,351

Iowa $40,326 Kansas $40,123 Louisiana $40,064 North Carolina $40,043 Missouri $40,035 Florida $39,871 Montana $39,782 Nebraska $39,698

Kentucky $39,651 South Carolina $39,483 Tennessee $39,378 Idaho $39,335 New Mexico $39,028 Oklahoma $38,960 Alabama $38,712 South Dakota $38,295

Arkansas $38,067 West Virginia $37,945 Mississippi $37,578

Top Paying Cities for Weekend 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:

Lincoln: $42,481
Little Creek: $42,792
Magnolia: $42,730

Lincoln, DE $42,481 Little Creek, DE $42,792 Magnolia, DE $42,730 Milford, DE $42,588 Marydel, DE $42,658 Millsboro, DE $42,302 Millville, DE $42,368 Milton, DE $42,441

Nassau, DE $42,472 Ocean View, DE $42,361 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,442 Seaford, DE $42,466 Selbyville, DE $42,290 Smyrna, DE $42,821 Viola, DE $42,624 Woodside, DE $42,738

Bear, DE $42,640 Newark, DE $42,624 Claymont, DE $42,711 Delaware City, DE $42,666 Hockessin, DE $42,620 Kirkwood, DE $42,658 Middletown, DE $42,675 Montchanin, DE $42,630

New Castle, DE $42,636 Odessa, DE $42,696 Port Penn, DE $42,725 Rockland, DE $42,634 Saint Georges, DE $42,661 Townsend, DE $42,727 Winterthur, DE $42,639 Lewes, DE $42,457

Wilmington, DE $42,622 Dover, DE $42,792 Dover Afb, DE $42,566 Bethany Beach, DE $42,316 Bethel, DE $42,360 Bridgeville, DE $42,460 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,671 Cheswold, DE $42,778

Clayton, DE $42,779 Dagsboro, DE $42,286 Delmar, DE $42,219 Ellendale, DE $42,347 Felton, DE $42,585 Fenwick Island, DE $42,296 Frankford, DE $42,222 Frederica, DE $42,627

Georgetown, DE $42,270 Greenwood, DE $42,466 Harbeson, DE $42,315 Harrington, DE $42,531 Hartly, DE $42,663 Houston, DE $42,470 Kenton, DE $42,781 Laurel, DE $42,245

Yorklyn, DE $42,633

Weekend Security Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Weekend Security roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Weekend Security positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Weekend Security as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Weekend Security

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$59,742	$29.0	40%
Biotechnology	$55,475	$27.0	30%
Financial Services	$53,341	$26.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$51,207	$25.0	20%
Software & Networking	$51,207	$25.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Weekend 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 July 01, 2026

$38,193

Average $42,673/year

$48,026

$3,183

Average $3,556/month

$4,002

$734

Average $821/week

$924

$18

Average $21/hour

$23

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$48,026	$4,002	$924	$23
Average	$42,673	$3,556	$821	$21
25th Percentile	$38,193	$3,183	$734	$18

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