As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Private Security Guard in Texas is $52,572, equivalent to $25 per hour, $1,011 weekly, or $4,381 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 Texas vary widely, spanning from $46,310 to $62,716. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($49,294) and 75th percentile ($57,882), while top earners (90th percentile) make $62,716 per year. This $8,588 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, Texas Private Security Guard often earn 2.1% lower than national averages due to demand from Fortune 13 companies. However, Texas currently ranks 25 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 $46,310 TX May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $49,294 TX May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $52,572 TX May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $57,882 TX May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Private Security Guard Salary $62,716 TX 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 Abbott, TX Avg. Salary $48,986 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Abernathy, TX Avg. Salary $49,042 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Abilene, TX Avg. Salary $49,317 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Ace, TX Avg. Salary $52,793 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Ackerly, TX Avg. Salary $48,821 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Addison, TX Avg. Salary $54,448 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Adkins, TX Avg. Salary $52,020 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Adrian, TX Avg. Salary $49,704 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Afton, TX Avg. Salary $48,821 Date Updated May 18, 2021
Location Agua Dulce, TX Avg. Salary $51,358 Date Updated May 18, 2021
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