As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Idaho is $34,179, equivalent to $16 per hour, $657 weekly, or $2,848 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 Idaho vary widely, spanning from $29,399 to $37,235. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($31,677) and 75th percentile ($35,779), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,235 per year. This $4,102 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, Idaho Bodyguard often earn 6.7% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Idaho currently ranks 44 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 $29,399 ID July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $31,677 ID July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,179 ID July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $35,779 ID July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,235 ID July 01, 2026
25% $31,677 10% $29,399 90% $37,235 75% $35,779 $34,179 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 Aberdeen, ID Avg. Salary $34,124 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ahsahka, ID Avg. Salary $35,133 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Albion, ID Avg. Salary $35,083 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Almo, ID Avg. Salary $35,095 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location American Falls, ID Avg. Salary $34,711 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arbon, ID Avg. Salary $34,126 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arco, ID Avg. Salary $35,045 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Arimo, ID Avg. Salary $34,045 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Ashton, ID Avg. Salary $35,170 Date Updated July 01, 2026
Location Athol, ID Avg. Salary $36,942 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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