As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Arizona is $52,303, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,006 weekly, or $4,359 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Private Security Guard in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Private Security Guard in Arizona vary widely, spanning from $46,073 to $62,396. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,042) and 75th percentile ($57,586), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,396 per year. This $8,544 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or First Aid, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Arizona Private Security Guard often earn 2.6% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 13 companies. However, Arizona currently ranks 27 nationwide for Private Security Guard job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Private Security Guard Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $46,073 AZ May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $49,042 AZ May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $52,303 AZ May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $57,586 AZ May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $62,396 AZ May 18, 2021
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What is a Private Security Guard ?

A security guard (also known as a security inspector or protective agent) is a person employed by a public or private party to protect the employing party's assets (property, people, equipment, money, etc.) from a variety of hazards (such as waste, damaged property, unsafe worker behavior, criminal activity such as theft, etc.) by enforcing preventative measures. Security guards do this by maintaining a high-visibility presence to deter illegal and inappropriate actions, looking (either directly, through patrols, or indirectly, by monitoring alarm systems or video surveillance cameras) for si...

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aguila, AZ Avg. Salary $53,951 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Ajo, AZ Avg. Salary $53,234 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Alpine, AZ Avg. Salary $52,627 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Amado, AZ Avg. Salary $51,800 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Apache Junction, AZ Avg. Salary $54,227 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Arivaca, AZ Avg. Salary $51,800 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Arizona City, AZ Avg. Salary $53,951 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Arlington, AZ Avg. Salary $53,951 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Ash Fork, AZ Avg. Salary $52,131 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Avondale, AZ Avg. Salary $54,337 Date Updated May 18, 2021
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