As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in California is $40,383, equivalent to $19 per hour, $777 weekly, or $3,365 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 California vary widely, spanning from $34,729 to $43,986. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($37,423) and 75th percentile ($42,269), while top earners (90th percentile) make $43,986 per year. This $4,846 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, California Bodyguard often earn 10.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, California currently ranks 2 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 $34,729 CA September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,423 CA September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $40,383 CA September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $42,269 CA September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $43,986 CA September 01, 2026
25% $37,423 10% $34,729 90% $43,986 75% $42,269 $40,383 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 Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $39,274 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $41,753 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $41,863 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $40,541 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $39,610 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $41,756 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $40,210 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $39,374 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $47,556 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $46,246 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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    Bodyguard

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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