Security guard salary in Norway
Market pay for security guards in Norway, based on official statistics (SSB). See the range, what drives the pay, and tailor it to your own experience.
A security guard in Norway typically earns NOK 524,000 a year (median, Statistics Norway). The market range for security guards runs from NOK 487,000 to NOK 575,000.
Last updated 9 June 2026
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524,400 kr/yr
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The median salary for security guards is around 524,400 NOK per year, with a typical range from roughly 487,200 NOK at the lower end to 574,800 NOK for the most experienced, according to Statistics Norway (SSB). Pay is fairly even because much of the industry follows collective agreements, and supplements for night, weekend and shift work can lift total earnings.
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Frequently asked questions
What does a security guard earn in Norway?
A security guard typically earns NOK 524,000 a year (median from Statistics Norway). Most security guards fall between NOK 487,000 and NOK 575,000.
What is the salary range for security guards?
The lower quartile is NOK 487,000 and the upper quartile NOK 575,000 a year. Where you land depends on region, seniority and specialisation.
How can a security guard get a raise?
Know the market range, document your results, and bring a concrete case to the talk. The Worktube agent builds the negotiation case for you, free: the arguments, the target and the opening.
Where do the salary numbers come from?
From official salary statistics (Statistics Norway, SSB), matched to the role. The numbers are estimates: actual pay varies with region, experience and employer.