How much does a security guard make in Missouri?
$40,390a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Missouri. That is $19.42 an hour or $3,366 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.42
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 16 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 18,630
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,040Median: $40,390Highest 10%: $68,860
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,040 | $14.92 | |
| 25th | $36,040 | $17.33 | |
| Median | $40,390 | $19.42 | |
| 75th | $48,020 | $23.09 | |
| 90th | $68,860 | $33.11 |
Cities in Missouri
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jefferson City, MO | $44,430 |
| St. Louis, MO | $42,600 |
| Kansas City, MO | $41,810 |
| St. Joseph, MO | $39,180 |
| Springfield, MO | $39,010 |
| Joplin, MO | $37,830 |
| Columbia, MO | $36,950 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO | $36,630 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 13. California | $43,240 |
| 14. Hawaii | $42,820 |
| 15. Utah | $42,700 |
| 16. Missouri | $40,390 |
| 17. Connecticut | $39,920 |
| 18. Nebraska | $39,840 |
| 19. Illinois | $39,490 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Missouri?
The median hourly pay in Missouri is $19.42 ($40,390 a year).
Do security guards make more in Missouri than the national average?
Yes: $40,390 against $38,020 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Missouri rank for security guard pay?
Missouri ranks 16 of 51 states.
Which city in Missouri pays security guards the most?
Jefferson City, MO, with a median of $44,430 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.