As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Maryland is $37,758, equivalent to $18 per hour, $726 weekly, or $3,147 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 Maryland vary widely, spanning from $32,510 to $41,182. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,011) and 75th percentile ($39,551), while top earners (90th percentile) make $41,182 per year. This $4,540 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 $32,510 MD February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $35,011 MD February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,758 MD February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $39,551 MD February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $41,182 MD February 01, 2026
25% $35,011 10% $32,510 90% $41,182 75% $39,551 $37,758 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 Dundalk, MD Avg. Salary $38,745 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abell, MD Avg. Salary $41,417 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MD Avg. Salary $37,682 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD Avg. Salary $37,900 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abingdon, MD Avg. Salary $37,783 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Accident, MD Avg. Salary $33,127 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Accokeek, MD Avg. Salary $41,529 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Adamstown, MD Avg. Salary $40,703 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Allen, MD Avg. Salary $39,786 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Andrews Air Force Base, MD Avg. Salary $41,593 Date Updated February 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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