Security Guards Salary in New York
Security Guards in New York earn a median of $44,240 a year, +16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $44,240
- vs. U.S. median
- +16% ($38,020)
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 134,700
Pay range in New York
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,650; the top 10% earn over $60,580. Nationally the range is $30,210 to $58,840.
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Security Guards pay in New York
How much do security guards make in New York?
The median is $44,240 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $35,650 and the top 10% earn over $60,580. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New York a good state for security guards?
On pay alone it ranks 9 of 51 (+16% vs. the national median of $38,020). Living costs are not included.