BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Security Guards in Tennessee earn between $29,310 and $51,680, with a mean of $38,500. The national average for this role is $42,470.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Tennessee | $38,500 |
| 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. Tennessee. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.