As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Connecticut is $39,135, equivalent to $19 per hour, $753 weekly, or $3,261 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Bodyguard in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Bodyguard in Connecticut vary widely, spanning from $33,695 to $42,684. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,288) and 75th percentile ($40,993), while top earners (90th percentile) make $42,684 per year. This $4,705 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, Connecticut Bodyguard often earn 6.9% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Connecticut currently ranks 7 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 $33,695 CT February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $36,288 CT February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $39,135 CT February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $40,993 CT February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $42,684 CT February 01, 2026
25% $36,288 10% $33,695 90% $42,684 75% $40,993 $39,135 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 Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $39,835 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $39,823 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $40,195 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $39,365 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $39,812 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $39,940 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $40,195 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $39,391 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $40,015 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $39,320 Date Updated February 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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