How much does a security guard make in Nebraska?
$39,840a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Nebraska. That is $19.15 an hour or $3,320 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.15
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among states
- 18 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,700
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,020Median: $39,840Highest 10%: $70,310
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,020 | $16.36 | |
| 25th | $37,150 | $17.86 | |
| Median | $39,840 | $19.15 | |
| 75th | $47,400 | $22.79 | |
| 90th | $70,310 | $33.80 |
Cities in Nebraska
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $42,370 |
| Grand Island, NE | $38,850 |
| Sioux City, IA | $38,480 |
| Lincoln, NE | $36,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 15. Utah | $42,700 |
| 16. Missouri | $40,390 |
| 17. Connecticut | $39,920 |
| 18. Nebraska | $39,840 |
| 19. Illinois | $39,490 |
| 20. North Dakota | $39,310 |
| 21. Wyoming | $39,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Nebraska?
The median hourly pay in Nebraska is $19.15 ($39,840 a year).
Do security guards make more in Nebraska than the national average?
Yes: $39,840 against $38,020 nationally, 5% more.
Where does Nebraska rank for security guard pay?
Nebraska ranks 18 of 51 states.
Which city in Nebraska pays security guards the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $42,370 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.