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

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

How does experience change A Security Associate's salary?

A Security Associate's salary grows with experience: a Security Associate (0-1 years)earns $39,286, a Security Guard II (3-5 years)earns $48,218, a Security Patrol Supervisor (5+ years)earns $60,186,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Associate?

Security Associate salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Associate roles are District of Columbia $42,900, California $42,700, Massachusetts $42,200. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Associate roles make?

Salaries for Security Associate level roles vary by specialization: Associate Security Consultant: $119,782; Associate Security Engineer: $109,178; Security Administrator: $95,107; Cyber Security Associate: $87,234; Associate Security Analyst: $79,225.

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Security Associate Salary in Delaware

How much does a Security Associate make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Security Associate in Delaware is $39,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $42,739
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,400 to $41,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,760

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Security Associate Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,100	$3,425	$790	$20
Average	$39,300	$3,275	$756	$19
25th Percentile	$36,400	$3,033	$700	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Security Associate Salaries

A Security Associate'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 Experience Level Affects Security Associate Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Associate's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Security Associate (0-1 years): $39,286
Security Guard II (3-5 years): $48,218
Security Patrol Supervisor (5+ years): $60,186

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Security Associate	0-1 years	$39,286
Security Guard II	3-5 years	$48,218
Security Patrol Supervisor	5+ years	$60,186

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How Do Security Associate 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 Associates. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $42,900.
California: $42,700.
Massachusetts: $42,200.

District of Columbia $42,900 California $42,700 Massachusetts $42,200 Washington $42,000 New Jersey $42,000 Alaska $41,900 Connecticut $41,400 New York $41,200

Hawaii $40,500 Rhode Island $40,200 Maryland $40,000 Minnesota $39,700 Illinois $39,500 Colorado $39,500 Oregon $39,400 Delaware $39,200

New Hampshire $39,200 Virginia $39,000 Pennsylvania $38,600 Nevada $38,400 North Dakota $38,300 Michigan $38,200 Wisconsin $38,100 Vermont $38,000

Arizona $37,800 Maine $37,800 Texas $37,800 Ohio $37,700 Georgia $37,400 Indiana $37,200 Wyoming $37,200 Utah $37,100

Iowa $37,100 Kansas $36,900 Louisiana $36,900 North Carolina $36,800 Missouri $36,800 Florida $36,700 Montana $36,600 Nebraska $36,500

Kentucky $36,500 South Carolina $36,300 Tennessee $36,200 Idaho $36,200 New Mexico $35,900 Oklahoma $35,800 Alabama $35,600 South Dakota $35,200

Arkansas $35,000 West Virginia $34,900 Mississippi $34,600

Top Paying Cities for Security Associates

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: $40,600
Little Creek: $40,200
Magnolia: $40,400

Lincoln, DE $40,600 Little Creek, DE $40,200 Magnolia, DE $40,400 Milford, DE $40,600 Marydel, DE $40,100 Millsboro, DE $40,600 Millville, DE $40,900 Milton, DE $40,600

Nassau, DE $40,600 Ocean View, DE $40,900 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,900 Seaford, DE $40,200 Selbyville, DE $40,900 Smyrna, DE $40,000 Viola, DE $40,400 Woodside, DE $40,300

Bear, DE $39,700 Newark, DE $39,800 Claymont, DE $39,800 Delaware City, DE $39,800 Hockessin, DE $39,800 Kirkwood, DE $39,800 Middletown, DE $40,000 Montchanin, DE $39,800

New Castle, DE $39,800 Odessa, DE $40,000 Port Penn, DE $39,700 Rockland, DE $39,800 Saint Georges, DE $39,800 Townsend, DE $40,000 Winterthur, DE $39,800 Lewes, DE $40,600

Wilmington, DE $39,800 Dover, DE $40,200 Dover Afb, DE $40,300 Bethany Beach, DE $40,900 Bethel, DE $40,200 Bridgeville, DE $40,600 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,300 Cheswold, DE $40,100

Clayton, DE $40,000 Dagsboro, DE $40,900 Delmar, DE $40,200 Ellendale, DE $40,600 Felton, DE $40,600 Fenwick Island, DE $40,900 Frankford, DE $40,900 Frederica, DE $40,600

Georgetown, DE $40,600 Greenwood, DE $40,600 Harbeson, DE $40,600 Harrington, DE $40,600 Hartly, DE $40,000 Houston, DE $40,600 Kenton, DE $40,000 Laurel, DE $40,200

Yorklyn, DE $39,800

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

Understanding how a Security Associate'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.

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$36,400

Average $39,300/year

$41,100

$3,033

Average $3,275/month

$3,425

$700

Average $756/week

$790

$18

Average $19/hour

$20

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$41,100	$3,425	$790	$20
Average	$39,300	$3,275	$756	$19
25th Percentile	$36,400	$3,033	$700	$18

Security Associate Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Security Associate, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Security Guard II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $48,300 - a projected growth of 23% over your current level.

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