How much does a security guard make in Minnesota?
$43,380a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Minnesota. That is $20.86 an hour or $3,615 a month.
- Hourly
- $20.86
- Vs. national median
- +14%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 14,440
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,760Median: $43,380Highest 10%: $65,090
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,760 | $16.23 | |
| 25th | $37,020 | $17.80 | |
| Median | $43,380 | $20.86 | |
| 75th | $46,110 | $22.17 | |
| 90th | $65,090 | $31.29 |
Cities in Minnesota
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Rochester, MN | $47,790 |
| Minneapolis, MN | $43,430 |
| Grand Forks, ND | $41,750 |
| Mankato, MN | $39,760 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $38,430 |
| Fargo, ND | $37,770 |
| Sioux Falls, SD | $37,740 |
| Duluth, MN | $37,520 |
| La Crosse, WI | $36,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 8. Massachusetts | $44,670 |
| 9. New York | $44,240 |
| 10. Virginia | $43,640 |
| 11. Minnesota | $43,380 |
| 12. New Mexico | $43,320 |
| 13. California | $43,240 |
| 14. Hawaii | $42,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Minnesota?
The median hourly pay in Minnesota is $20.86 ($43,380 a year).
Do security guards make more in Minnesota than the national average?
Yes: $43,380 against $38,020 nationally, 14% more.
Where does Minnesota rank for security guard pay?
Minnesota ranks 11 of 51 states.
Which city in Minnesota pays security guards the most?
Rochester, MN, with a median of $47,790 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.