How much does a security guard make in Kansas?
$37,080a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Kansas. That is $17.83 an hour or $3,090 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.83
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 32 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 7,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,590Median: $37,080Highest 10%: $51,890
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,590 | $14.23 | |
| 25th | $31,930 | $15.35 | |
| Median | $37,080 | $17.83 | |
| 75th | $44,880 | $21.58 | |
| 90th | $51,890 | $24.95 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $41,810 |
| Manhattan, KS | $39,730 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $39,180 |
| Joplin, MO | $37,830 |
| Topeka, KS | $36,830 |
| Lawrence, KS | $35,080 |
| Wichita, KS | $34,790 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 29. Nevada | $37,310 |
| 30. South Dakota | $37,150 |
| 31. Iowa | $37,080 |
| 32. Kansas | $37,080 |
| 33. Michigan | $37,080 |
| 34. Pennsylvania | $37,050 |
| 35. Rhode Island | $36,940 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $17.83 ($37,080 a year).
Do security guards make more in Kansas than the national average?
No: $37,080 against $38,020 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Kansas rank for security guard pay?
Kansas ranks 32 of 51 states.
Which city in Kansas pays security guards the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $41,810 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.