How much does a security guard make in Wyoming?
$39,200a year
Median yearly pay for security guards in Wyoming. That is $18.85 an hour or $3,267 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.85
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,130
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,350Median: $39,200Highest 10%: $67,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,350 | $14.59 | |
| 25th | $35,530 | $17.08 | |
| Median | $39,200 | $18.85 | |
| 75th | $48,010 | $23.08 | |
| 90th | $67,680 | $32.54 |
Cities in Wyoming
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cheyenne, WY | $43,370 |
| Casper, WY | $43,250 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for security guards.
| 18. Nebraska | $39,840 |
| 19. Illinois | $39,490 |
| 20. North Dakota | $39,310 |
| 21. Wyoming | $39,200 |
| 22. Maine | $39,100 |
| 23. New Jersey | $38,880 |
| 24. Montana | $38,480 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a security guard make an hour in Wyoming?
The median hourly pay in Wyoming is $18.85 ($39,200 a year).
Do security guards make more in Wyoming than the national average?
Yes: $39,200 against $38,020 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Wyoming rank for security guard pay?
Wyoming ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Wyoming pays security guards the most?
Cheyenne, WY, with a median of $43,370 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.