How much does a security guard make in Casper?
$43,250a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in the Casper, WY metro area. That is $20.79 an hour or $3,604 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.79
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among cities
- 54 of 389
- Jobs in the area
- 160
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,970Median: $43,250Highest 10%: $67,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,970 | $15.85 | |
| 25th | $37,290 | $17.93 | |
| Median | $43,250 | $20.79 | |
| 75th | $67,890 | $32.64 | |
| 90th | $67,890 | $32.64 |
Other cities in Wyoming
Median yearly pay for security guards.
| Cheyenne, WY | $43,370 |
Related jobs in Casper
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Protective Service Worker | $47,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Casper?
The median hourly pay in the Casper, WY metro area is $20.79 ($43,250 a year).
Do security guards make more in Casper than the national average?
Yes: $43,250 against $38,020 nationally, 14% more.
How does Casper compare with the rest of Wyoming?
The median in Wyoming is $39,200, so Casper pays 10% more.
Where does Casper rank for security guard pay?
54 of 389 metro areas with data.
How much does a security guard make starting out in Casper?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,970 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,890 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.