Physical Security Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Physical Security Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physical Security Analyst in the United States is $121,654 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,787
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $112,133 to $131,669
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,465
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Physical Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $131,669 $10,972 $2,532 $63
Average $121,654 $10,138 $2,340 $58
25th Percentile $112,133 $9,344 $2,156 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Physical Security Analyst Salaries

A Physical Security Analyst'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 Experience Level Affects Physical Security Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physical Security Analyst's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $79,816
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $93,854
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $122,316
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $142,950
  • Expert (over 8 years): $165,600
Levels Salary
Informati... Level Physical Security Analyst$79,816
Informati... Level Physical Security Analyst$93,854
Physical ... Level Physical Security Analyst$122,316
Informati... Level Physical Security Analyst$142,950
Informati... Level Physical Security Analyst$165,600
$79,816 0 yr
$93,854 < 2 yrs
$122,316 2-4 yrs
$142,950 5-8 yrs
$165,600 > 8 yrs
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How Do Physical Security Analyst 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 Physical Security Analysts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $134,695.
  • California: $134,184.
  • Massachusetts: $132,396.

Top Paying Cities for Physical Security Analysts

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:

  • San Jose: $153,442
  • San Francisco: $151,762
  • Oakland: $148,564

What Skills Can Increase a Physical Security Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 5.82% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Incident Response (Mentioned in 3.34% Job Postings): Incident response (IR) is a set of information security policies and procedures that you can use to identify, contain, and eliminate cyberattacks.
  • Risk Assessment (Mentioned in 2.25% Job Postings): Broadly speaking, a risk assessment is the combined effort of: identifying and analyzing potential (future) events that may negatively impact individuals, assets, and/or the environment (i.e. risk analysis); and making judgments "on the tolerability of the risk on the basis of a risk analysis" while considering influencing factors (i.e. risk evaluation).Put in simpler terms, a risk assessment analyzes what can go wrong, how likely it is to happen, what the potential consequences are, and how tolerable the identified risk is. As part of this process, the resulting determination of risk may be expressed in a quantitative or qualitative fashion. The risk assessment is an inherent part of an overall risk management strategy, which attempts to, after a risk assessment, "introduce control measures to eliminate or reduce" any potential risk-related consequences.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 5.82%
Incident Response 3.34%
Risk Assessment 2.25%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Physical Security Analyst's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
  • Innovation: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
  • Consulting: Can increase your salary by up to 2%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
$125,304
3%
Innovation
$124,087
2%
Consulting
$124,087
2%
Collaboration
$124,087
2%
Commitment
$124,087
2%
Cybersecurity
$124,087
2%
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Physical Security Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physical Security Analyst roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Physical Security Analyst positions in Retail & Wholesale or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Physical Security Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Physical Security Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$145,985$70.020%
Biotechnology$145,985$70.020%
Energy & Utilities$145,985$70.020%
Financial Services$145,985$70.020%
Pharmaceuticals$145,985$70.020%

Physical Security Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physical Security Analyst'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

Salary Trends for Physical Security Analyst

Salaries for a Physical Security Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $120,156 in 2023 to around $119,695 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Physical Security Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Physical Security Analyst Over Time

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$120,156
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$120,928
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FAQ about Physical Security Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Physical Security Analyst?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Physical Security Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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