As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Augusta, GA is $49,721, equivalent to $24 per hour, $956 weekly, or $4,143 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 Augusta, GA vary widely, spanning from $43,817 to $59,341. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($46,631) and 75th percentile ($54,757), while top earners (90th percentile) make $59,341 per year. This $8,126 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, Augusta Private Security Guard often earn 4.1% lower than national averages. However, Augusta currently ranks 664 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 $43,817 Augusta, GA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $46,631 Augusta, GA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $49,721 Augusta, GA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $54,757 Augusta, GA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $59,341 Augusta, GA March 01, 2026
25% $46,631 10% $43,817 90% $59,341 75% $54,757 $49,721 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 Augusta, GA. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $46,631 to $54,757 with the average base salary of $49,721. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $47,976 to $62,186 with the average total cash compensation of $54,189.

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About Augusta, Georgia    Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is ....More

Augusta, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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