As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bank Security Guard in the US is $34,646, equivalent to $17 per hour, $666 weekly, or $2,887 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bank Security Guard in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Bank Security Guard in the US vary widely, spanning from $29,852 to $37,811. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,137) and 75th percentile ($36,303), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,811 per year. This $4,166 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Food Service, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Bank Security Guard often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 15 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Bank Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $29,852 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $32,137 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $34,646 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $36,303 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $37,811 US January 01, 2026
25% $32,137 10% $29,852 90% $37,811 75% $36,303 $34,646 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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A security guard (also known as a security inspector or protective agent) is a person employed by a public or private party to protect the employing party's assets (property, people, equipment, money, etc.) from a variety of hazards (such as waste, damaged property, unsafe worker behavior, criminal activity such as theft, etc.) by enforcing preventative measures. Security guards do this by maintaining a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, looking (either directly, through patrols, or indirectly, by monitoring alarm systems or video surveillance cameras) for si...

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    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Bank Security Guard in the United States. The base salary for Bank Security Guard ranges from $32,137 to $36,303 with the average base salary of $34,646. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $31,924 to $40,094 with the average total cash compensation of $35,634.

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