Security Guards
Patrol property to prevent theft or other illegal activities.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Below the statewide median $18.52 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Above statewide average
Growth rate: 14.6% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
High School or less is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Campus Security Officer Hotel Security Officer Loss Prevention Officer See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays below the statewide median wage.
Wages for Security Guards *
U S |
$14.51 | $17.47 | $19.82 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$15.91 | $18.52 | $21.95 |
Central Minnesota |
$14.99 | $16.94 | $19.85 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$14.6 | $15.24 | $19.06 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$15.34 | $18.08 | $21.05 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$15.06 | $18.04 | $20.79 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$15.38 | $18.1 | $20.79 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$16.71 | $18.55 | $22.93 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 10720 workers employed in this large career.
Where do Security Guards most often work?
- Administrative and Support Services
- Educational Services
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Accommodation
- Hospitals
Current Demand
This career is currently in high demand.
Future Demand
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