As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Austin, TX is $36,251, equivalent to $17 per hour, $697 weekly, or $3,021 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bodyguard in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Bodyguard in Austin, TX vary widely, spanning from $31,181 to $39,493. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,597) and 75th percentile ($37,948), while top earners (90th percentile) make $39,493 per year. This $4,351 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, Austin Bodyguard often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Austin currently ranks 383 statewide for Bodyguard job salary. 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
Bodyguard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $31,181 Austin, TX July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $33,597 Austin, TX July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $36,251 Austin, TX July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,948 Austin, TX July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $39,493 Austin, TX July 01, 2026
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What is a Bodyguard ?

A bodyguard (or close protection officer) is a type of security guard, or government law enforcement officer, or soldier who protects a person or a group of people—usually high-ranking public officials or officers, wealthy people, and celebrities—from danger: generally theft, assault, kidnapping, assassination, harassment, loss of confidential information, threats, or other criminal offences. The personnel team that protects a VIP is often referred to as the VIP's security detail. Most important public figures, such as heads of state, heads of government, and governors are protected by severa...

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  1. This Job:

    Bodyguard

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Security Guard - Armed

    3 - 5 years experience
    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 Bodyguard in Austin, TX. The base salary for Bodyguard ranges from $33,597 to $37,948 with the average base salary of $36,251. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $34,467 to $43,474 with the average total cash compensation of $38,544.

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