As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Florida is $34,649, equivalent to $17 per hour, $666 weekly, or $2,887 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 Florida vary widely, spanning from $29,833 to $37,791. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,128) and 75th percentile ($36,294), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,791 per year. This $4,166 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, Florida Bodyguard often earn 5.4% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Florida currently ranks 38 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 $29,833 FL February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $32,128 FL February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,649 FL February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $36,294 FL February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,791 FL February 01, 2026
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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 Coconut Creek, FL Avg. Salary $36,126 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alachua, FL Avg. Salary $33,958 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alford, FL Avg. Salary $32,034 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Altamonte Springs, FL Avg. Salary $35,472 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Altha, FL Avg. Salary $32,733 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Altoona, FL Avg. Salary $34,401 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alturas, FL Avg. Salary $35,389 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alva, FL Avg. Salary $35,062 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Anna Maria, FL Avg. Salary $35,577 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Anthony, FL Avg. Salary $33,777 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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