Updated 2026-07-04 · BLS OEWS May 2025

Security Guard jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

7,470 security guards employed in metro (BLS May 2025) · $17.90/hour ($37,230/year) median · roughly in line with the national median.

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The median security guard salary in Virginia Beach, VA is $17.90/hour ($37,230/year), with a typical range of $34,810 to $46,730 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. Data from BLS + Jobeezy ghost-filter (2026).

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Median salary$17.90/hour ($37,230/year)BLS
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Security Guard pay in Virginia Beach, VA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Virginia Beach metro. Half of Security Guards earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $34,810 $37,230 $46,730
25th$34,810 Median$37,230 75th$46,730 vs USroughly in line with the national median

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 — Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC metro area (SOC 33-9032, Security Guard). Full Security Guard salary guide →

What is a Security Guard salary in Virginia Beach?

The median security guard salary in Virginia Beach, VA is $17.90/hour ($37,230/year), with a typical range of $34,810 to $46,730 based on BLS OEWS May 2025. BLS reports approximately 7,470 security guards employed in the Virginia Beach metro area.

Security Guard pay bands in Virginia Beach by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Staff Security Guard

Typical staff band in Virginia Beach
Example (illustrative)
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Typical pay range
$33,320–$41,623
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Security Guard

Typical mid level band in Virginia Beach
Example (illustrative)
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Typical pay range
$34,996–$42,293
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Senior Security Guard

Typical senior band in Virginia Beach
Example (illustrative)
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Typical pay range
$34,437–$40,953
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Security Guard

Typical lead band in Virginia Beach
Example (illustrative)
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Typical pay range
$32,203–$46,984
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Lead Security Guard

Typical lead band in Virginia Beach
Example (illustrative)
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Typical pay range
$30,528–$46,314
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2025 medians for this metro.

Security Guard Career Ladder — Virginia Beach Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Virginia Beach’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Security Guard0–2 yrs$26,805
  2. Mid Security Guard2–5 yrs$35,368
  3. Senior Security Guard5–8 yrs$44,676
  4. Staff Security Guard8–12 yrs$53,983
  5. Lead Security Guard12+ yrs$63,291

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2025 occupational percentiles (SOC 33-9032, Security Guard).

Employers in the Security Guard hiring market in Virginia Beach

  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Virginia Beach post Security Guard jobs

Employers in the Virginia Beach metro typically post Security Guard roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

Security Guard in Virginia Beach, VA — Common Questions

How much does a Security Guard earn in Virginia Beach, VA?
Median $17.90/hour ($37,230/year). 25th–75th percentile runs $34,810–$46,730. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How many Security Guard jobs are there in Virginia Beach?
BLS OEWS May 2025 reports approximately 7,470 Security Guard roles employed in the Virginia Beach metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Virginia Beach employers use for Security Guard?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Security Guard jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Security Guard openings in Virginia Beach and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.
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