How much does a security guard make in Maine?
$39,100a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Maine. That is $18.80 an hour or $3,258 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.80
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,470Median: $39,100Highest 10%: $51,530
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,470 | $15.13 | |
| 25th | $34,760 | $16.71 | |
| Median | $39,100 | $18.80 | |
| 75th | $45,360 | $21.81 | |
| 90th | $51,530 | $24.77 |
Cities in Maine
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lewiston, ME | $43,340 |
| Portland, ME | $39,190 |
| Bangor, ME | $36,860 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 19. Illinois | $39,490 |
| 20. North Dakota | $39,310 |
| 21. Wyoming | $39,200 |
| 22. Maine | $39,100 |
| 23. New Jersey | $38,880 |
| 24. Montana | $38,480 |
| 25. Idaho | $38,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Maine?
The median hourly pay in Maine is $18.80 ($39,100 a year).
Do security guards make more in Maine than the national average?
Yes: $39,100 against $38,020 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Maine rank for security guard pay?
Maine ranks 22 of 51 states.
Which city in Maine pays security guards the most?
Lewiston-Auburn, ME, with a median of $43,340 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.