How much does a School Safety Officer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a School Safety Officer in the United States is $63,216. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $53,227 to $65,061, with most professionals earning between $44,133 and $66,740.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
School Safety Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile School Safety Officer Salary $44,133 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile School Safety Officer Salary $53,227 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile School Safety Officer Salary $63,216 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile School Safety Officer Salary $65,061 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile School Safety Officer Salary $66,740 US April 01, 2025
25% $53,227 10% $44,133 90% $66,740 75% $65,061 $63,216 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    School Safety Officer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    Campus Police Supervisor

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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