As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Arizona is $35,675, equivalent to $17 per hour, $686 weekly, or $2,973 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 Arizona vary widely, spanning from $30,680 to $38,858. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($33,060) and 75th percentile ($37,341), while top earners (90th percentile) make $38,858 per year. This $4,281 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, Arizona Bodyguard often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Arizona currently ranks 27 nationwide 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 $30,680 AZ September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $33,060 AZ September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $35,675 AZ September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,341 AZ September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $38,858 AZ September 01, 2026
25% $33,060 10% $30,680 90% $38,858 75% $37,341 $35,675 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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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Location Aguila, AZ Avg. Salary $37,061 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ajo, AZ Avg. Salary $36,981 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alpine, AZ Avg. Salary $36,950 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Amado, AZ Avg. Salary $36,947 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Apache Junction, AZ Avg. Salary $38,343 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arivaca, AZ Avg. Salary $36,968 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arizona City, AZ Avg. Salary $37,376 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Arlington, AZ Avg. Salary $37,345 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ash Fork, AZ Avg. Salary $36,986 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Avondale, AZ Avg. Salary $38,399 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Bodyguard

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Security Guard - Armed

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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