BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Security Guards in South Carolina earn between $27,420 and $48,850, with a mean of $37,060. The national average for this role is $42,470.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | $37,060 |
| National Average | $42,470 |
| District of Columbia | $60,720 |
| Alaska | $54,140 |
| Vermont | $50,770 |
| Washington | $50,770 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. South Carolina. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.