Best States for Security Guards Salaries
$38,370
National Median Salary
54
States Analyzed
Top 10 Highest Paying States
State Salary Comparison PRO
| Rank | State | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Location Quotient | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | $63,130 | +64.5% | — | 16,160 |
| 2 | Alaska | $48,620 | +26.7% | — | 2,050 |
| 3 | Washington | $48,010 | +25.1% | — | 24,820 |
| 4 | Colorado | $46,080 | +20.1% | — | 16,830 |
| 5 | Minnesota | $46,020 | +19.9% | — | 14,030 |
| 6 | Massachusetts | $44,950 | +17.1% | — | 24,100 |
| 7 | New Hampshire | $44,510 | +16.0% | — | 2,630 |
| 8 | California | $43,930 | +14.5% | — | 185,510 |
| 9 | Oregon | $43,680 | +13.8% | — | 11,550 |
| 10 | Virginia | $43,440 | +13.2% | — | 33,440 |
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