Marine Security Guard Salary in Sioux Falls, SD

How much does a Marine Security Guard make in Sioux Falls, SD?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Marine Security Guard in Sioux Falls, SD is $34,957. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $31,287 to $39,319, with most professionals earning between $27,946 and $43,289.

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What is a Marine Security Guard?

A Marine Security Guard is responsible for providing security at United States embassies and consulates located in foreign countries. They are tasked with protecting classified information, personnel, and property, as well as maintaining order and enforcing regulations. Marine Security Guards are also trained to respond to emergency situations and provide assistance to embassy staff and visitors. They must be physically fit, highly disciplined, and able to handle high-stress situations with professionalism and composure. Additionally, they may be required to conduct security assessments and participate in training exercises to ensure the safety and security of the embassy or consulate.

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What does a Marine Security Guard do?

Common responsibilities of a Marine Security Guard

Monitoring and controlling access to U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 04, 2023

Conducting security patrols and inspections of U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 09, 2023

Conducting background checks on local employees and contractors.

September 15, 2023

Maintaining and operating security equipment and systems at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

September 28, 2023

Protecting classified information and materials at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

October 02, 2023

Providing security for U.S. diplomatic personnel and their families.

October 06, 2023

Liaising with local law enforcement and security agencies.

October 11, 2023

Responding to security incidents and emergencies at U.S. diplomatic facilities.

November 09, 2023

Conducting security training for U.S. diplomatic personnel and local staff.

November 12, 2023

Providing security briefings and updates to U.S. diplomatic personnel.

November 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Marine Security Guard in Sioux Falls, SD

Average Base Salary

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34957

Average Total Cash Compensation

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35150

What is the average salary for Marine Security Guard in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Marine Security Guard in Sioux Falls, SD. The base salary for Marine Security Guard ranges from $31,287 to $39,319 with the average base salary of $34,957. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $31,461 to $39,607 with the average total cash compensation of $35,150.

View Average Salary for Marine Security Guard as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$34,957	$31,287 - $39,319
Bonus	$192	$174 - $288
Total Pay	$35,150	$31,461 - $39,607

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Marine Security Guard Salary Near Sioux Falls, SD

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Brookings, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,770 - $38,669	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Sioux City, IA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,981 - $38,933	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Watertown, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,770 - $38,669	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Norfolk, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $30,670 - $38,543	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Fremont, NE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $32,094 - $40,332	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD
CITY, STATE Aberdeen, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $28,523 - $35,845	COMPARE TO Sioux Falls, SD

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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and the 143rd-most populous city in the United States. It is the county seat of Minnehaha County and also extends into Lincoln County to the south, proximate with the Minnesota state line. It is the 47th-fastest-growing city in the United States and the fastest-growing metro area in South Dakota, with a population increase of 22% between 2000 and 2010. As of 2019, Sioux Falls had an estimated population of 187,200. The metropolitan population of 259,0...

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About Sioux Falls, South Dakota Sioux Falls (/ˌsuː ˈfɔːlz/) (Lakota: Íŋyaŋ Okábleča Otȟúŋwahe; "Stone Shatter City") is the most populous city in the U.S. state of South Dakota and t....More

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