How Much Does a Bank Security Guard Make in Buffalo, NY ? (2026 Salary Guide)

Bank Security Guard Salary in Buffalo, NY

As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bank Security Guard in Buffalo, NY is $33,502, equivalent to $16 per hour, $644 weekly, or $2,792 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bank Security Guard in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bank Security Guard in Buffalo, NY vary widely, spanning from $28,820 to $36,506. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,052) and 75th percentile ($35,075), while top earners (90th percentile) make $36,506 per year. This $4,023 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, Buffalo Bank Security Guard often earn 9.0% lower than national averages. However, Buffalo currently ranks 478 statewide for Bank Security Guard job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Bank Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $28,820 Buffalo, NY May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $31,052 Buffalo, NY May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $33,502 Buffalo, NY May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $35,075 Buffalo, NY May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bank Security Guard Salary $36,506 Buffalo, NY May 01, 2026
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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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About Buffalo, New York    Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was....More

Buffalo, New York  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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