How much does a security guard make in Maryland?
$38,220a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Maryland. That is $18.38 an hour or $3,185 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.38
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among states
- 27 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 27,670
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,700Median: $38,220Highest 10%: $64,320
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,700 | $16.20 | |
| 25th | $35,700 | $17.16 | |
| Median | $38,220 | $18.38 | |
| 75th | $46,750 | $22.48 | |
| 90th | $64,320 | $30.92 |
Cities in Maryland
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $46,830 |
| Lexington Park, MD | $44,880 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $37,450 |
| Salisbury, MD | $37,180 |
| Baltimore, MD | $36,970 |
| Hagerstown, MD | $33,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 24. Montana | $38,480 |
| 25. Idaho | $38,300 |
| 26. Arizona | $38,290 |
| 27. Maryland | $38,220 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $37,440 |
| 29. Nevada | $37,310 |
| 30. South Dakota | $37,150 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Maryland?
The median hourly pay in Maryland is $18.38 ($38,220 a year).
Do security guards make more in Maryland than the national average?
Yes: $38,220 against $38,020 nationally, 1% more.
Where does Maryland rank for security guard pay?
Maryland ranks 27 of 51 states.
Which city in Maryland pays security guards the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $46,830 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.