As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Nevada is $53,914, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,037 weekly, or $4,493 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 Nevada vary widely, spanning from $47,492 to $64,318. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($50,553) and 75th percentile ($59,360), while top earners (90th percentile) make $64,318 per year. This $8,807 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, Nevada Private Security Guard often earn 0.4% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 13 companies. However, Nevada currently ranks 20 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 $47,492 NV May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $50,553 NV May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $53,914 NV May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $59,360 NV May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $64,318 NV May 18, 2021
25% $50,553 10% $47,492 90% $64,318 75% $59,360 $53,914 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Sun Valley, NV Avg. Salary $55,441 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Alamo, NV Avg. Salary $54,834 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Amargosa Valley, NV Avg. Salary $54,834 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Austin, NV Avg. Salary $54,668 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Baker, NV Avg. Salary $51,745 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Battle Mountain, NV Avg. Salary $54,668 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Beatty, NV Avg. Salary $54,834 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Blue Diamond, NV Avg. Salary $55,386 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Boulder City, NV Avg. Salary $54,889 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Bunkerville, NV Avg. Salary $54,834 Date Updated May 18, 2021
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