As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Maryland is $37,754, equivalent to $18 per hour, $726 weekly, or $3,146 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 Maryland vary widely, spanning from $32,466 to $41,123. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($34,986) and 75th percentile ($39,517), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,123 per year. This $4,531 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, Maryland Bodyguard often earn 3.1% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Maryland currently ranks 11 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 $32,466 MD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,986 MD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,754 MD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $39,517 MD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $41,123 MD June 01, 2026
25% $34,986 10% $32,466 90% $41,123 75% $39,517 $37,754 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 Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $39,824 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $39,342 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $38,931 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $38,923 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $39,224 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $36,484 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $42,041 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $39,911 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $38,320 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $42,354 Date Updated June 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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