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Security Guards
Full security guards overview →U.S. mean $42,470 · median $38,020
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | #1 | $60,720 | $64,210 | $29 | +43% | $36,600–$78,910 |
| Alaska | #2 | $54,140 | $47,480 | $26 | +27.5% | $36,520–$76,350 |
| Vermont | #3 | $50,770 | $45,550 | $24 | +19.5% | $36,040–$72,620 |
| Washington | #4 | $50,770 | $47,100 | $24 | +19.5% | $37,720–$68,390 |