Security Guards Salary in Knoxville, TN

Median Salary

$35,810

per year

Hourly Rate

$17.22

per hour

Employment

2,860

in Knoxville, TN

vs. National Avg

-5.8%

National: $38,020

📊 Compared to the national median of $38,020, Knoxville, TN pays 5.8% LESS for Security Guards positions.

Salary Distribution in Knoxville, TN

10th

$29,420

25th

$30,200

Median

$35,810

75th

$43,470

90th

$57,010

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).