Security Guard salary in Richmond, VA

How much does a Security Guard make in Richmond, VA?

Median base salary

Government data

$36,960

Median $36,960
Low $30,790High $61,990

Based on 4,630 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in Richmond, VA (updated July 31, 2026).

Salary range

10th percentile
$30,790
25th percentile
$35,210
75th percentile
$46,040
90th percentile
$61,990

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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