Security Guard salary in Illinois

The average salary for a security guard in Illinois is $30,500 per year. Security guard salaries in Illinois can vary between $16,500 to $56,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 1,400 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as security guard.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for security guards in Illinois: Exelon Nuclear Security ($69,000 a year), Chicago Public Schools ($42,500 a year), and State of Illinois ($41,000 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for security guards in Illinois: Springfield, IL ($34,000 a year), Waukegan, IL ($33,000 a year), and Rockford, IL ($31,500 a year).