How much does a security guard make in Connecticut?
$39,920a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Connecticut. That is $19.19 an hour or $3,327 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.19
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 12,100
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,950Median: $39,920Highest 10%: $59,220
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,950 | $16.80 | |
| 25th | $36,100 | $17.36 | |
| Median | $39,920 | $19.19 | |
| 75th | $47,510 | $22.84 | |
| 90th | $59,220 | $28.47 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New Haven, CT | $45,060 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $44,390 |
| Hartford, CT | $39,060 |
| Waterbury, CT | $38,720 |
| Norwich, CT | $35,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 14. Hawaii | $42,820 |
| 15. Utah | $42,700 |
| 16. Missouri | $40,390 |
| 17. Connecticut | $39,920 |
| 18. Nebraska | $39,840 |
| 19. Illinois | $39,490 |
| 20. North Dakota | $39,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $19.19 ($39,920 a year).
Do security guards make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $39,920 against $38,020 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for security guard pay?
Connecticut ranks 17 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays security guards the most?
New Haven, CT, with a median of $45,060 a year.
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.