Temp and flexible security guard positions in Pittsburgh pay $14.00-$22.32/hr — 4% below the national average, with a cost of living 7% below the U.S. baseline.
$14-$22
Per Hour
$726
Weekly (40hrs)
93
Cost Index
EST
Time Zone
Top Industries in Pittsburgh
Monthly Costs
Security Guards in Pittsburgh earn $14.00-$22.32/hr, below the national average.
Security Guards protect people and property by monitoring premises, controlling access, responding to incidents, and deterring criminal activity.
Most security guard positions in Pittsburgh are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.
Calculated for Security Guard in Pittsburgh
Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.
Based on avg Security Guard rate of $18.16/hr at 40 hrs/wk.
Security Guard
0–2 years
Senior Guard
2–4 years
Security Supervisor
4–6 years
Security Manager
6+ years
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