Monthly Security Guard Cost in Saudi Arabia — What You Actually Pay
A standard monthly security guard contract in Saudi Arabia — covering a single guard on an 8-hour shift, 6 days a week — typically ranges from SAR 3,500 to SAR 5,500 per guard per month, depending on the factors below.
Key pricing factors:
- Shift type: 8-hour (standard), 12-hour, or 24-hour continuous coverage
- Guard grade: Standard officer vs senior/supervisor grade
- Location: Riyadh and Jeddah command a slight premium over other cities
- Site risk level: Higher-risk sites (industrial, construction) attract higher rates
- Contract length: 12-month contracts typically 10–15% less than monthly rolling
- Special requirements: Female guards, bilingual officers, or emergency response grade
Monthly Pricing Guide
8hr shift guard: SAR 3,500–4,500/mo
12hr shift guard: SAR 5,500–7,000/mo
Female guard: SAR 4,000–5,500/mo
Senior/Supervisor: SAR 5,000–8,000/mo