As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Delaware is $37,079, equivalent to $18 per hour, $713 weekly, or $3,090 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 Delaware vary widely, spanning from $31,893 to $40,394. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,364) and 75th percentile ($38,814), while top earners (90th percentile) make $40,394 per year. This $4,450 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, Delaware Bodyguard often earn 1.3% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Delaware currently ranks 16 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 $31,893 DE July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,364 DE July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,079 DE July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $38,814 DE July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $40,394 DE July 01, 2026
25% $34,364 10% $31,893 90% $40,394 75% $38,814 $37,079 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 Bear, DE Avg. Salary $39,177 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Delaware City, DE Avg. Salary $39,202 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Harrington, DE Avg. Salary $39,077 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Lewes, DE Avg. Salary $39,009 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Middletown, DE Avg. Salary $39,209 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Milford, DE Avg. Salary $39,130 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Rehoboth Beach, DE Avg. Salary $38,995 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Seaford, DE Avg. Salary $39,017 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Smyrna, DE Avg. Salary $39,344 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Bethany Beach, DE Avg. Salary $38,879 Date Updated July 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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