What are the main factors that influence a Security Guard's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Security Guard?

The Construction industry offers the highest average compensation for Security Guard roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Security Guard's salary?

A Security Guard's salary grows with experience: a Security Guard - Unarmed (0-1 years)earns $38,213, a Security Guard (3-5 years)earns $46,964, a Security Guard Team Leader (5+ years)earns $58,638,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Guard?

Security Guard salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Guard roles are District of Columbia $51,733, California $51,537, Massachusetts $50,850. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Guard roles make?

Salaries for Security Guard level roles vary by specialization: Security Guard Supervisor: $67,586; Security Guard Team Leader: $59,381; Private Security Guard: $53,761; Security Guard II: $47,600; Security Guard - Armed: $47,559.

Security Guard Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Guard make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Guard in Delaware is $47,318 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Security Guard's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $56,522
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $44,306 to $52,136
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,564

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Security Guard Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,136	$4,345	$1,003	$25
Average	$47,318	$3,943	$910	$23
25th Percentile	$44,306	$3,692	$852	$21

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Key Factors That Influence Security Guard Salaries

A Security Guard's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Security Guard Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Security Guards. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,733.
California: $51,537.
Massachusetts: $50,850.

District of Columbia $51,733 California $51,537 Massachusetts $50,850 Washington $50,663 New Jersey $50,645 Alaska $50,579 Connecticut $49,935 New York $49,673

Hawaii $48,837 Rhode Island $48,444 Maryland $48,178 Minnesota $47,813 Colorado $47,673 Illinois $47,626 Oregon $47,449 Delaware $47,318

New Hampshire $47,236 Virginia $47,052 Pennsylvania $46,514 Nevada $46,243 North Dakota $46,155 Michigan $46,014 Wisconsin $45,963 Vermont $45,860

Texas $45,575 Maine $45,556 Arizona $45,528 Ohio $45,496 Georgia $45,066 Indiana $44,851 Wyoming $44,809 Utah $44,743

Iowa $44,715 Kansas $44,491 Louisiana $44,426 North Carolina $44,402 Missouri $44,393 Florida $44,211 Montana $44,113 Nebraska $44,019

Kentucky $43,968 South Carolina $43,781 Tennessee $43,664 Idaho $43,617 New Mexico $43,276 Oklahoma $43,202 Alabama $42,926 South Dakota $42,463

Arkansas $42,211 West Virginia $42,076 Mississippi $41,669

Top Paying Cities for Security Guards

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $47,105
Little Creek: $47,450
Magnolia: $47,382

Lincoln, DE $47,105 Little Creek, DE $47,450 Magnolia, DE $47,382 Milford, DE $47,225 Marydel, DE $47,302 Millsboro, DE $46,907 Millville, DE $46,980 Milton, DE $47,061

Nassau, DE $47,095 Ocean View, DE $46,972 Rehoboth Beach, DE $47,062 Seaford, DE $47,089 Selbyville, DE $46,894 Smyrna, DE $47,482 Viola, DE $47,264 Woodside, DE $47,391

Bear, DE $47,282 Newark, DE $47,264 Claymont, DE $47,361 Delaware City, DE $47,311 Hockessin, DE $47,260 Kirkwood, DE $47,302 Middletown, DE $47,320 Montchanin, DE $47,270

New Castle, DE $47,277 Odessa, DE $47,344 Port Penn, DE $47,375 Rockland, DE $47,275 Saint Georges, DE $47,305 Townsend, DE $47,378 Winterthur, DE $47,281 Lewes, DE $47,079

Wilmington, DE $47,262 Dover, DE $47,450 Dover Afb, DE $47,200 Bethany Beach, DE $46,922 Bethel, DE $46,971 Bridgeville, DE $47,082 Camden Wyoming, DE $47,316 Cheswold, DE $47,434

Clayton, DE $47,436 Dagsboro, DE $46,890 Delmar, DE $46,814 Ellendale, DE $46,956 Felton, DE $47,221 Fenwick Island, DE $46,900 Frankford, DE $46,818 Frederica, DE $47,268

Georgetown, DE $46,872 Greenwood, DE $47,089 Harbeson, DE $46,922 Harrington, DE $47,161 Hartly, DE $47,308 Houston, DE $47,094 Kenton, DE $47,438 Laurel, DE $46,844

Yorklyn, DE $47,274

Security Guard Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Security Guard roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Construction and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Security Guard positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Security Guard as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Security Guard

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Construction	$61,513	$30.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$59,148	$28.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$56,782	$27.0	20%
Business Services	$54,416	$26.0	15%
Healthcare	$52,050	$25.0	10%

Security Guard Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Guard's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$44,306

Average $47,318/year

$52,136

$3,692

Average $3,943/month

$4,345

$852

Average $910/week

$1,003

$21

Average $23/hour

$25

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$52,136	$4,345	$1,003	$25
Average	$47,318	$3,943	$910	$23
25th Percentile	$44,306	$3,692	$852	$21

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