As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Missouri is $34,789, equivalent to $17 per hour, $669 weekly, or $2,899 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 Missouri vary widely, spanning from $29,927 to $37,908. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($32,244) and 75th percentile ($36,421), while top earners (90th percentile) make $37,908 per year. This $4,177 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, Missouri Bodyguard often earn 5.0% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Missouri currently ranks 37 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 $29,927 MO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $32,244 MO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,789 MO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $36,421 MO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $37,908 MO May 01, 2026
25% $32,244 10% $29,927 90% $37,908 75% $36,421 $34,789 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 Saint Peters, MO Avg. Salary $36,712 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Adrian, MO Avg. Salary $36,217 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Advance, MO Avg. Salary $35,488 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Agency, MO Avg. Salary $36,801 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Alba, MO Avg. Salary $35,472 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Albany, MO Avg. Salary $35,595 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Aldrich, MO Avg. Salary $34,628 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Alexandria, MO Avg. Salary $35,610 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Allendale, MO Avg. Salary $35,669 Date Updated May 01, 2026
Location Allenton, MO Avg. Salary $36,661 Date Updated May 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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