As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Deadwood, SD is $47,008, equivalent to $23 per hour, $904 weekly, or $3,917 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 Deadwood, SD vary widely, spanning from $41,426 to $56,103. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,086) and 75th percentile ($51,769), while top earners (90th percentile) make $56,103 per year. This $7,683 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, Deadwood Private Security Guard often earn 3.7% lower than national averages. However, Deadwood currently ranks 786 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 $41,426 Deadwood, SD March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $44,086 Deadwood, SD March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $47,008 Deadwood, SD March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $51,769 Deadwood, SD March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $56,103 Deadwood, SD March 01, 2026
25% $44,086 10% $41,426 90% $56,103 75% $51,769 $47,008 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 Deadwood, SD. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $44,086 to $51,769 with the average base salary of $47,008. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $45,358 to $58,793 with the average total cash compensation of $51,232.

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About Deadwood, South Dakota    Deadwood (Lakota: Owáyasuta; "To approve or confirm things") is a city in South Dakota, United States, and the county seat of Lawrence County. It was ....More

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