As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Jackson, MS is $47,770, equivalent to $23 per hour, $919 weekly, or $3,981 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 Jackson, MS vary widely, spanning from $42,099 to $57,014. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($44,802) and 75th percentile ($52,609), while top earners (90th percentile) make $57,014 per year. This $7,807 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, Jackson Private Security Guard often earn 0.3% lower than national averages. However, Jackson currently ranks 762 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 $42,099 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $44,802 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $47,770 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $52,609 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $57,014 Jackson, MS March 01, 2026
25% $44,802 10% $42,099 90% $57,014 75% $52,609 $47,770 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 Jackson, MS. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $44,802 to $52,609 with the average base salary of $47,770. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,094 to $59,747 with the average total cash compensation of $52,063.

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About Jackson, Mississippi    Jackson is located primarily in northeastern Hinds County, with small portions in Madison and Rankin counties. The Pearl River forms most of the easte....More

Jackson, Mississippi  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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