How much does a security guard make in the Philippines?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is ₱15,310 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $3,207
- Compared with the median pay in the Philippines
- 0.9 times
- Data from
- 2024
Where the Philippines ranks among 144 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $100,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $69,150 |
| 2. Iceland estimate | $68,880 |
| 3. Belgium estimate | $62,210 |
| 88. Kazakhstan estimate | $3,307 |
| 89. Philippines estimate | $3,207 |
| 90. Georgia estimate | $3,091 |
| 144. Nigeria estimate | $377 |
Similar jobs
Service and sales workers
- Firefighter₱243,100
- Police officer₱247,000
- Correctional officer₱219,900
- Aid worker₱207,700
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make a month in the Philippines?
The median gross salary is ₱15,310 a month, ₱183,700 a year.
How much does a security guard make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around ₱166,200 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than ₱217,600.
Which country pays a security guard the most?
Switzerland, with a median of $69,150 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a security guard make more in the Philippines or in United States?
In United States: $39,890 a year against $3,207 in the Philippines, 12.4 times more.
Who makes more, a security guard or a firefighter?
A firefighter: ₱243,100 a year against ₱183,700 for a security guard, 1.3 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2024. How we calculate