How much does a security guard make in Massachusetts?
$44,670a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Massachusetts. That is $21.48 an hour or $3,723 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.48
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 23,930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,830Median: $44,670Highest 10%: $55,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,830 | $16.75 | |
| 25th | $37,720 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $44,670 | $21.48 | |
| 75th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| 90th | $55,800 | $26.83 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $45,230 |
| Boston, MA | $44,990 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $43,860 |
| Springfield, MA | $40,340 |
| Worcester, MA | $38,430 |
| Providence, RI | $38,120 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $37,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 5. Oregon | $45,500 |
| 6. New Hampshire | $45,200 |
| 7. Colorado | $45,150 |
| 8. Massachusetts | $44,670 |
| 9. New York | $44,240 |
| 10. Virginia | $43,640 |
| 11. Minnesota | $43,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $21.48 ($44,670 a year).
Do security guards make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $44,670 against $38,020 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for security guard pay?
Massachusetts ranks 8 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays security guards the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $45,230 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.