Security Guards Salary in Pennsylvania
Security Guards in Pennsylvania earn a median of $37,050 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $37,050
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($38,020)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 43,610
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,050; the top 10% earn over $54,830. Nationally the range is $30,210 to $58,840.
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Security Guards pay in Pennsylvania
How much do security guards make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $37,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $30,050 and the top 10% earn over $54,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for security guards?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 51 (−3% vs. the national median of $38,020). Living costs are not included.