How much does a security guard make in Nevada?
$37,310a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Nevada. That is $17.94 an hour or $3,109 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.94
- Vs. national median
- -2%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 26,680
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $29,140Median: $37,310Highest 10%: $48,340
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $29,140 | $14.01 | |
| 25th | $34,610 | $16.64 | |
| Median | $37,310 | $17.94 | |
| 75th | $44,600 | $21.44 | |
| 90th | $48,340 | $23.24 |
Cities in Nevada
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Carson City, NV | $43,640 |
| Reno, NV | $39,370 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $37,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 26. Arizona | $38,290 |
| 27. Maryland | $38,220 |
| 28. Wisconsin | $37,440 |
| 29. Nevada | $37,310 |
| 30. South Dakota | $37,150 |
| 31. Iowa | $37,080 |
| 32. Kansas | $37,080 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Nevada?
The median hourly pay in Nevada is $17.94 ($37,310 a year).
Do security guards make more in Nevada than the national average?
No: $37,310 against $38,020 nationally, 2% less.
Where does Nevada rank for security guard pay?
Nevada ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Nevada pays security guards the most?
Carson City, NV, with a median of $43,640 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.