As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Amarillo, TX is $48,873, equivalent to $23 per hour, $940 weekly, or $4,073 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Private Security Guard in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Private Security Guard in Amarillo, TX vary widely, spanning from $43,075 to $58,314. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($45,838) and 75th percentile ($53,815), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,314 per year. This $7,977 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, Amarillo Private Security Guard often earn 6.8% lower than national averages. However, Amarillo currently ranks 705 statewide for Private Security Guard 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
Private Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $43,075 Amarillo, TX April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $45,838 Amarillo, TX April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $48,873 Amarillo, TX April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $53,815 Amarillo, TX April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $58,314 Amarillo, TX April 01, 2026
25% $45,838 10% $43,075 90% $58,314 75% $53,815 $48,873 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Amarillo, TX. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $45,838 to $53,815 with the average base salary of $48,873. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,272 to $61,273 with the average total cash compensation of $53,391.

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About Amarillo, Texas    Amarillo (/ˌæməˈrɪloʊ/ AM-ə-RIL-oh) is the 14th-most populous city in the state of Texas, United States. It is also the largest city in the Texas Panh....More

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