Airport Security Officer Salary in the United States

Airport Security Officer Salary

How much does an Airport Security Officer make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Airport Security Officer in the United States is $49,541. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $44,413 to $55,289, with most professionals earning between $39,745 and $60,522.

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10th Percentile Airport Security Officer Salary $39,745 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Airport Security Officer Salary $44,413 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Airport Security Officer Salary $49,541 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Airport Security Officer Salary $55,289 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Airport Security Officer Salary $60,522 US April 01, 2025
25% $44,413 10% $39,745 90% $60,522 75% $55,289 $49,541 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Security Guard - Unarmed

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Airport Security Officer

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Security Guard Team Leader

    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Airport Security Officer in the United States. The base salary for Airport Security Officer ranges from $44,413 to $55,289 with the average base salary of $49,541. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,413 to $55,289 with the average total cash compensation of $49,541.

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