How much does a Private Security Guard make in Maplewood, NJ? The average Private Security Guard salary in Maplewood, NJ is $61,318 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $53,976 and $70,126. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Private Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $47,293 Maplewood,NJ May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $53,976 Maplewood,NJ May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $61,318 Maplewood,NJ May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $70,126 Maplewood,NJ May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $78,146 Maplewood,NJ May 28, 2024
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SECURITY GUARD WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

L3Harris Technologies - Camden, NJ

Security Guard with Security Clearance

L3Harris Technologies - Camden, NJ

UNARMED SECURITY GUARD

Colonial Security Services - Vineland, NJ

UNARMED SECURITY GUARD

Colonial Security Services - Cherry Hill, NJ

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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Job Openings for Private Security Guard in Maplewood, NJ
  • Job Title: Security Guard Job Code: 11313 Job Location: Camden, NJ (On-Site) Job Schedule: 3rd Shift 5/8 Wed-Sun (11PM - 7AM) Job Description: L3Harris, is...
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  • Job Title: Security Guard Job Code: 11313 Job Location: Camden, NJ (On-Site) Job Schedule: 3rd Shift 5/8 Wed-Sun (11PM - 7AM) Job Description: L3Harris, is...
    - 2 Days Ago
  • [Security Officer / Patrol] - Generous Pay & Benefits / PT & FT Shifts - As an Unarmed Security Guard you'll: Conduct regular patrols of designated area, b...
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  • [Security Officer / Patrol] - Generous Pay & Benefits / PT & FT Shifts - As an Unarmed Security Guard you'll: Conduct regular patrols of designated area, b...
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  • [Security Officer / Patrol] - Generous Pay & Benefits / PT & FT Shifts - As an Unarmed Security Guard you'll: Conduct regular patrols of designated area, b...
    - 5 Days Ago

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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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 Maplewood, NJ. The base salary for Private Security Guard ranges from $53,976 to $70,126 with the average base salary of $61,318. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $54,935 to $71,267 with the average total cash compensation of $62,528.

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About Maplewood, New Jersey    Maplewood is a suburban township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 23,867....More

Maplewood, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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