{"id":1752,"date":"2026-04-24T06:38:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T06:38:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.daxprojects.com\/security\/?p=1752"},"modified":"2026-07-07T12:22:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T12:22:13","slug":"how-much-does-a-security-guard-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.daxprojects.com\/security\/blog\/how-much-does-a-security-guard-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does a Security Guard Cost in 2026? (Honest Answers Revealed)"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; class=&#8221;key-takeaways&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_100=&#8221;yes&#8221; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_101=&#8221;yes&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#D4A853&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; content_layout=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"extra-color-1\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h2>Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A fair 2026 starting point is about $25-$38\/hour for unarmed guards and $38-$65\/hour for armed guards.<\/li>\n<li>Inflation and insurance increases in 2026 are pushing security rates higher across most markets.<\/li>\n<li>The cost of a security guard often makes sense when compared to retail shrinkage and preventable losses.<\/li>\n<li>Staffing markups commonly run 25% to 50%, and can go past 75% for specialized or high-risk work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Most clients still open the call with one question: \u201cWhat\u2019s your hourly rate?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>That sounds smart, but it misses the bigger cost picture.<\/p>\n<p>If you just want a quick number, here is the question you should be asking instead: \u201cHow much does a security guard cost in 2026?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The answer to that question can start with the fact that unarmed coverage typically ranges from $25 to $38 per hour. In contrast,<a href=\"https:\/\/securityguardsolutionsinc.com\/blog\/does-your-business-need-armed-security-guards\/\"> armed security coverage<\/a> often falls between $38 and $65 per hour (before risk level, overtime, and after-hours premiums push it higher).<\/p>\n<p>But the real issue is not just about asking \u201cHow much is private security per hour\u201d; It is what that rate includes, what it leaves out, what your site actually needs, and whether the cost is worth it?<\/p>\n<p>So, let\u2019s dive into all of that, starting with the numbers behind the usual quote.<\/p>\n<h2>Why is the final bill rate higher than the guard\u2019s personal wage?<\/h2>\n<p>The wage is only the base layer. A security post has to be insured, supervised, scheduled, and backed up. The final rate also has to cover payroll taxes, workers\u2019 comp, general liability, benefits, training, scheduling, dispatch, and supervision.<\/p>\n<p>For context, a recent survey shows an unarmed guard gets an average wage near <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/US\/Job=Security_Guard\/Hourly_Rate#:~:text=The%20average%20hourly%20pay%20for%20a%20Security%20Guard%20is%20%2416.71%20in%202026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$16.7 per hour<\/a> and an armed guard gets an average wage of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.payscale.com\/research\/US\/Job=Armed_Security_Guard\/Hourly_Rate#:~:text=The%20average%20hourly%20pay%20for%20an%20Armed%20Security%20Guard%20is%20%2419.59%20in%202026\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$19.59 per hour<\/a>. But when you get charged by a security guard agency, you might see a higher number on the bill.<\/p>\n<p>In simpler terms, you are not just paying for a person. You are paying for a managed service. That is why the bill rate is higher than the guard\u2019s hourly pay.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;5&#8243; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_101=&#8221;yes&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#D4A853&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; content_layout=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"extra-color-1\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> <strong>Quick Tip<\/strong><br \/>\nYou asked, \u201cHow much does a security guard cost?\u201d and the answer is straightforward.<br \/>\nBut before you compare quotes, separate the bill rate from the base wage. That is the first trap. The number in the quote is not the guard\u2019s wage. It is the bill rate, and that is where many clients get surprised. <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h2>What is a markup multiplier, and how does it work in 2026?<\/h2>\n<p>A markup multiplier is the amount an agency adds to a guard\u2019s wage to create the bill rate. That markup helps cover overhead, insurance, dispatch, supervision, training, and profit.<\/p>\n<p>In 2026, staffing markups commonly fall between 25% and 75%, and many security quotes still land around 1.5x to 2x the base wage once overhead is included. That is why the agency\u2019s rate sits above the guard\u2019s pay. <\/div>[vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;5&#8243; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_101=&#8221;yes&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#D4A853&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; content_layout=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"extra-color-1\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h3>Questions to ask before booking<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Check if payroll burden is included.<\/li>\n<li>Check if the agency carries the back-office load.<\/li>\n<li>Check if the rate shifts by time, site, or post type.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h2>What is the real 2026 price range for hiring a security guard?<\/h2>\n<p>In 2026, contractor billing for an unarmed guard usually lands around $25 to $38 per hour, while armed coverage usually lands around $38 to $65 per hour. Those rates climb fast when the post is overnight, high-risk, or tied to stronger liability.<\/p>\n<h3>How do prices vary by market?<\/h3>\n<p>Security rates are usually lower in smaller markets and higher in major metros. Cities with higher labor costs, tighter insurance requirements, and more risk exposure tend to sit at the top end of the pricing range. Smaller or rural markets usually sit closer to the lower end because overhead is lighter.<\/p>\n <\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<table border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th>Market<\/th>\n<th>Unarmed range<\/th>\n<th>Armed range<\/th>\n<th>Best fit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.buildingsecurity.com\/blog\/costs-of-hiring-security-guards\/#:~:text=Unarmed%20Security%20Guard,%246%2C900%E2%80%93%2413%2C000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">NYC<\/a><\/td>\n<td>$25 to $45\/hr<\/td>\n<td>$40 to $75\/hr<\/td>\n<td>Dense retail, transit, high-risk posts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.adsguards.com\/how-much-do-security-guards-cost-2026-california\/#:~:text=Many%20California%20pricing,and%20post%20requirements).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">LA \/ CA<\/a><\/td>\n<td>$25 to $45\/hr<\/td>\n<td>$35 to $65+\/hr<\/td>\n<td>Mobile patrol, commercial, residential, &amp; personal security<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;5&#8243; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_101=&#8221;yes&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#D4A853&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; content_layout=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"extra-color-1\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h3>What to confirm before you sign<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask for the bill rate, not just the wage.<\/li>\n<li>Ask whether travel, relief coverage, and supervision are already built in.<\/li>\n<li>Ask what changes the rate after dark or on weekends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h2>Why does the quote change so much by market and risk?<\/h2>\n<p>Security pricing shifts because wages, insurance, and site exposure vary from market to market. The same post can cost very different amounts depending on location and risk level.<\/p>\n<h3>Inflation and wage pressure in 2026<\/h3>\n<p>With U.S. inflation still running above 3.3% in early 2026, wage pressure has not cooled. Guard companies compete for reliable staff, especially in large metros. That usually means annual contract increases and a tighter labor supply in higher-demand markets.<\/p>\n<h3>Insurance and liability costs<\/h3>\n<p>Liability rates have also been rising. Armed posts and higher-risk sites carry heavier insurance loads, which directly raises the bill rate. The more exposure on your site, the more coverage the agency must carry.<\/p>\n<h3>Why security ROI still makes sense<\/h3>\n<p>Retail losses are still high, and many of them could be prevented with the right security in place. That\u2019s why the focus shouldn\u2019t only be on cost, but on value. Even one prevented theft or incident can save as much as a full month of security coverage. <\/div>[vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;5&#8243; left_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; constrain_group_101=&#8221;yes&#8221; right_padding_desktop=&#8221;25&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#D4A853&#8243; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; content_layout=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"extra-color-1\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h3>Things worth confirming<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask for the contract escalator.<\/li>\n<li>Ask what insurance changes may affect renewal.<\/li>\n<li>Ask what one prevented loss would save at your site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"fa fa-circle\" data-animation=\"false\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<h2>What hidden costs hit the final invoice?<\/h2>\n<p>The base hourly rate is rarely the final number. Once a post goes live, added costs can include overtime, holiday coverage, weekend premiums, travel fees, uniforms, equipment, licensing, training, and relief staffing. A 24\/7 post also needs backup coverage for call-offs and sick days, and that support is often built into the contract price.<\/p>\n<h3>Which costs do quotes leave out?<\/h3>\n<p>Overtime and holiday coverage can jump to 1.5x or 2x, depending on local labor rules and shift timing. Weekend premiums also add up. 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The better question is whether the guard setup can actually reduce risk, stop trespassing, slow an incident, or respond fast enough to matter.<\/p>\n<p>As a reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/securityguardsolutionsinc.com\/\">Security Guard Agency<\/a>, we provide trained professionals who match vigilance with threat level. Because we know:<\/p>\n<p>A shopping mall dealing with repeat theft may need consistent on-site guard coverage. A construction project sitting exposed after dark requires a different level of protection. In contrast, sites under fire code requirements may need dedicated fire watch services from SGS to stay compliant and operational.<\/p>\n<h3>This is where experience matters<\/h3>\n<p>With more than 20 years of field experience, SGS provides trained and licensed guards across residential, commercial, construction, and event sites, with coverage matched to the level of exposure at each location.<\/p>\n<p>Because of that, pricing is not just about time on site. It reflects how prepared the setup is to respond, how the site is managed day to day, and how quickly issues are handled when they show up.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re comparing options, a short conversation with SGS can help you understand what level of coverage fits your site. <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;faqs&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; 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heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;How much is private security per hour for an armed post?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Armed coverage usually runs $38 to $65+ per hour, depending on location, risk level, and shift requirements.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;How much is private security for a month?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]For a private 40-hour weekly unarmed post, the security guard cost per month usually falls between $4,333 to $6,587.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;How much does it cost to hire a security guard for a construction site?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; 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