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Security Personnel

Average Security Personnel Hourly Pay

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$15.23
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$11.24
MEDIAN
$15.23
90%
$20.91

The average hourly pay for a Security Personnel is $15.23 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$11 - $21
Bonus
$49 - $5k
Profit Sharing
$4 - $6k
Total Pay
$24k - $47k
Based on 6,628 salary profiles (last updated Oct 04 2023)
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How do Security Personnels Rate Their Jobs?

3.7 out of 5
(1,015)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Security Personnel

Medical
53%
Dental
47%
Vision
43%
None
45%

Gender Breakdown for Security Personnels

Male
72.9%
Female
25.8%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 2,063 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Security Personnels

What is the highest pay for Security Personnels?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Security Personnel is $20.91 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Security Personnels?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Security Personnel is $11.24 / hour

How can Security Personnels increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Security Personnel is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Security Personnel that oversees more junior Security Personnels, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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