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Airport Security Officer

Average Airport Security Officer Hourly Pay

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$15.20
/ hour

Avg. Base Hourly Rate (USD)
10%
$11.19
MEDIAN
$15.20
90%
$20.83

The average hourly pay for an Airport Security Officer is $15.20 in 2025

Hourly Rate
$11 - $21
Bonus
$50 - $4k
Profit Sharing
$15 - $6k
Total Pay
$23k - $46k
Based on 6,756 salary profiles (last updated Sep 05 2023)
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3.7 out of 5
(1,075)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Airport Security Officer

Medical
54%
Dental
48%
Vision
44%
None
45%

Gender Breakdown for Airport Security Officers

Male
72.5%
Female
26.2%
Prefer to self-define
1.2%
This data is based on 2,153 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Airport Security Officers

What is the highest pay for Airport Security Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Airport Security Officer is $20.83 / hour

What is the lowest pay for Airport Security Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Airport Security Officer is $11.19 / hour

How can Airport Security Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Airport Security Officer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Airport Security Officer that oversees more junior Airport Security Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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