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Security Guard Salary & Benefits Breakdown Philippines (2026)

Protects property, monitors premises, and ensures safety of people in commercial and residential areas.

Typical monthly salary range: ₱12,000₱22,000

Monthly Net Pay by Experience Level

Entry-Level ₱12,000/mo
Net Pay ₱10,900.00
SSS -₱600.00
PhilHealth -₱300.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax Exempt
Mid-Level ₱16,000/mo
Net Pay ₱14,600.00
SSS -₱800.00
PhilHealth -₱400.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax Exempt
Senior-Level ₱22,000/mo
Net Pay ₱20,150.00
SSS -₱1,100.00
PhilHealth -₱550.00
Pag-IBIG -₱200.00
Tax Exempt

Side-by-Side Comparison

Item Entry-Level Mid-Level Senior-Level
Gross Salary ₱12,000.00 ₱16,000.00 ₱22,000.00
SSS (Employee) ₱600.00 ₱800.00 ₱1,100.00
SSS MSC Bracket ₱12,000 ₱16,000 ₱22,000
PhilHealth (Employee) ₱300.00 ₱400.00 ₱550.00
Pag-IBIG (Employee) ₱200.00 ₱200.00 ₱200.00
Withholding Tax Exempt Exempt Exempt
Total Deductions ₱1,100.00 ₱1,400.00 ₱1,850.00
Net Take-Home Pay ₱10,900.00 ₱14,600.00 ₱20,150.00
Employer Total Cost ₱13,710.00 ₱18,230.00 ₱24,980.00
Annual Net Pay ₱130,800.00 ₱175,200.00 ₱241,800.00
13th Month Pay ₱12,000.00 ₱16,000.00 ₱22,000.00

Detailed Breakdown: Security Guard at ₱16,000/month

Here is the full deductions breakdown for the median Security Guard salary of ₱16,000.00 per month:

Gross Monthly Salary ₱16,000.00
SSS Contribution MSC ₱16,000 · 5% employee share - ₱800.00
PhilHealth Contribution 5% of ₱16,000.00 · 50% employee share - ₱400.00
Pag-IBIG Contribution 2.0% of salary (max P5,000 base) - ₱200.00
Taxable Income ₱14,600.00
Withholding Tax 0% (Tax Exempt) Tax Exempt
Net Take-Home Pay ₱14,600.00

Annual Earnings Summary

Annual projections for each experience level, including the mandatory 13th month pay:

Entry-Level
Annual Net ₱130,800
13th Month ₱12,000
Total Annual ₱142,800
Mid-Level
Annual Net ₱175,200
13th Month ₱16,000
Total Annual ₱191,200
Senior-Level
Annual Net ₱241,800
13th Month ₱22,000
Total Annual ₱263,800

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Security Guard earn in the Philippines in 2026?
A Security Guard in the Philippines typically earns between ₱12,000 and ₱22,000 per month, with a median salary of around ₱16,000. Actual pay varies by experience, location, and company size.
What is the net take-home pay for a Security Guard?
After SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and withholding tax deductions, a Security Guard takes home approximately ₱10,900.00 (entry-level) to ₱20,150.00 (senior-level) per month.
How much SSS contribution does a Security Guard pay?
Based on the 2026 SSS contribution table, a Security Guard pays between ₱600.00 (at ₱12,000 salary, MSC ₱12,000) and ₱1,100.00 (at ₱22,000 salary, MSC ₱22,000) per month.
Is a Security Guard salary taxable in the Philippines?
At the entry-level salary of ₱12,000, a Security Guard is tax exempt under the TRAIN Law. At the mid-level salary of ₱16,000, the monthly tax is ₱0.00.
What is the total employer cost for hiring a Security Guard?
The total employer cost for a Security Guard ranges from ₱13,710.00 (entry-level at ₱12,000) to ₱24,980.00 (senior-level at ₱22,000). This includes the base salary plus employer shares of SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and EC contributions.
Disclaimer: Salary figures are approximate ranges based on industry surveys and job market data. Deductions are computed using 2026 government-mandated rates. Actual compensation may vary based on location, company, experience, and specific employment terms. Verify with official sources: SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR.