Security Guard Salary in San Diego, CA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$40,183
Hourly Rate
$19.32
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,262
employed
Security Guard Salary Range in San Diego, CA
Annual Salary Range
$27k
10th percentile
$34k
25th
$49k
75th
$59k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $26,548 | $12.76 |
| 25th Percentile | $33,504 | $16.11 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $40,183 | $19.32 |
| 75th Percentile | $49,236 | $23.67 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $58,765 | $28.25 |
| Average (Mean) | $42,688 | $20.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Security Guard salary in San Diego, CA is $40,183 per year or $19.32 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How San Diego, CA Compares
vs National Average
$37,110
vs California Average
$36,188
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$28,139
Cost of living in San Diego, CA is 42.8% above the national average.
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