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Security Guard Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$28,306/ year

Median Security Guard in Jackson, MS

$18,138
10th
$22,120
25th
$28,306
Median
$36,340
75th
$44,335
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$28,306
Total compensation (est.)
$32,552
Bonus range
$1,400 – $5,520
Mean salary
$30,004

How This Compares

Jackson, MS median
$28,306
Mississippi median
$36,547-22.5%
National median
$35,830-21.0%

Cost of living in Jackson is 0% below the national average. Salary of $28,306 here is equivalent to $28,306 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$20,380-28.0%
3-5 years
$25,758-9.0%
6-10 years
$31,703+12.0%
10+ years
$39,062+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$24,909-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$28,306
Enterprise (5,000+)
$33,401+18.0%

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Security Guard Salaries in Nearby Cities

Gulfport, MS$35,830/yr

Related Jobs in Jackson

Police Officer$53,159/yr
Firefighter$46,049/yr
Correctional Officer$39,192/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$14/hr
Monthly gross$2,359/mo
25th percentile$22,120/yr
75th percentile$36,340/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Mississippi Unemployment

Dec 2025

3.7%-0.10

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Security Guard salary in Jackson?

The median Security Guard salary in Jackson is $28,306 per year, with a range from $22,120 at the 25th percentile to $36,340 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Security Guard pay in Jackson compare to the national average?

Security Guard salaries in Jackson are 21% below the national median of $35,830. After adjusting for Jackson's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $28,306 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Security Guard salaries in Jackson?

In Jackson, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Security Guard roles start around $18,138, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $44,335 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Jackson a good place for Security Guard jobs?

Jackson offers a Security Guard median of $28,306, which is 21% below the US median of $35,830. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Jackson is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Security Guard salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Security Guard in Jackson is $36,340, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.