As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Addison, ME is $51,391, equivalent to $25 per hour, $988 weekly, or $4,283 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Private Security Guard in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Private Security Guard in Addison, ME vary widely, spanning from $45,290 to $61,320. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,197) and 75th percentile ($56,588), while top earners (90th percentile) make $61,320 per year. This $8,391 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Addison Private Security Guard often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. 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
Private Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $45,290 Addison, ME June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $48,197 Addison, ME June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $51,391 Addison, ME June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $56,588 Addison, ME June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $61,320 Addison, ME June 01, 2026
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What is a Private Security Guard ?

A security guard (also known as a security inspector or protective agent) is a person employed by a public or private party to protect the employing party's assets (property, people, equipment, money, etc.) from a variety of hazards (such as waste, damaged property, unsafe worker behavior, criminal activity such as theft, etc.) by enforcing preventative measures. Security guards do this by maintaining a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, looking (either directly, through patrols, or indirectly, by monitoring alarm systems or video surveillance cameras) for si...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Private Security Guard in Addison, ME. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $48,197 to $56,588 with the average base salary of $51,391. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,478 to $65,353 with the average total cash compensation of $56,932.

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About Addison, Maine    Addison is a town in Washington County, Maine, United States. The town was named after English author Joseph Addison. The population was 1,266 as of t....More

Addison, Maine  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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