Budget planning guide

Security Guard Services cost in San Antonio, TX

A transparent starter-scope range for homeowners planning security guard services in San Antonio, TX. Review the assumptions, then use the project estimator for your own scope.

Starter-scope range

$3,120$4,400

Planning midpoint: $3,670

The planning model keeps this market close to its national starter assumptions.

What the model includes

Starter scope and assumptions

Adjust quantities for your project

Security Guard (unarmed)

40 hr × $19.8

$790

Security Guard (armed)

20 hr × $31.5

$630

Patrol Service

10 shift × $225

$2,250

This is a budgeting example based on a defined starter scope, not a quote or a live survey of local bids. Actual pricing depends on measurements, site conditions, material choices, permits, contractor availability, and the final scope.