As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Bodyguard in Mississippi is $32,657, equivalent to $16 per hour, $628 weekly, or $2,721 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 Mississippi vary widely, spanning from $28,118 to $35,619. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($30,281) and 75th percentile ($34,207), while top earners (90th percentile) make $35,619 per year. This $3,926 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, Mississippi Bodyguard often earn 10.8% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, Mississippi currently ranks 51 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 $28,118 MS February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $30,281 MS February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $32,657 MS February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $34,207 MS February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Bodyguard Salary $35,619 MS February 01, 2026
25% $30,281 10% $28,118 90% $35,619 75% $34,207 $32,657 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 Olive Branch, MS Avg. Salary $35,059 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Abbeville, MS Avg. Salary $34,935 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Aberdeen, MS Avg. Salary $31,812 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Ackerman, MS Avg. Salary $31,699 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Algoma, MS Avg. Salary $31,699 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Alligator, MS Avg. Salary $33,067 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Amory, MS Avg. Salary $31,699 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Anguilla, MS Avg. Salary $33,090 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arcola, MS Avg. Salary $33,405 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Arkabutla, MS Avg. Salary $34,935 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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