As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Technician in Memphis, TN is $53,511, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,029 weekly, or $4,459 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Security Technician in Memphis, TN vary widely, spanning from $45,538 to $66,410. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,338) and 75th percentile ($60,263), while top earners (90th percentile) make $66,410 per year. This $10,925 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Preventative Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Memphis Security Technician often earn 0.1% lower than national averages. However, Memphis currently ranks 621 statewide for Security Technician 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
Security Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Security Technician Salary $45,538 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Technician Salary $49,338 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Technician Salary $53,511 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Technician Salary $60,263 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Technician Salary $66,410 Memphis, TN May 01, 2026
25% $49,338 10% $45,538 90% $66,410 75% $60,263 $53,511 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Security Technician

    0 - 1 years experience
    Associate's Degree

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    1 - 3 years experience
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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 Security Technician in Memphis, TN. The base salary for Security Technician ranges from $49,338 to $60,263 with the average base salary of $53,511. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,888 to $54,824 with the average total cash compensation of $48,329.

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About Memphis, Tennessee    Memphis is a city located along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The 2017 city population was 652,236, m....More

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