How much does a Bodyguard make in Baltimore, MD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Bodyguard in Baltimore, MD is $37,764. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $35,172 to $41,250, with most professionals earning between $32,812 and $44,424.

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 $32,812 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $35,172 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,764 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $41,250 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $44,424 Baltimore,MD April 01, 2025
25% $35,172 10% $32,812 90% $44,424 75% $41,250 $37,764 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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  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 Baltimore, MD. The base salary for Bodyguard ranges from $35,172 to $41,250 with the average base salary of $37,764. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $35,172 to $41,250 with the average total cash compensation of $37,764.

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