Security Guard License Cost in District of Columbia
Documented Security Guard license fees for District of Columbia are not published in this dataset, so the total cost varies. Check the current fee schedule with DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs — Security Officers before budgeting.
Figures below come from the same dataset as the full guide and list only what the state publishes. Anything not published is marked “varies — check the board” rather than guessed.
Security Guard license cost — District of Columbia at a glance
| Pre-license education | Varies — check the board |
| Exam fee | Varies — check the board |
| Application fee | Varies — check the board |
| License fee | Varies — check the board |
| Documented fees total | Not published |
| BLS median annual wage | $37,160 (security guards) |
Official source: DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs — Security Officers ↗
Fees vs. median pay
The BLS median annual wage for security guards is $37,160. Actual local earnings vary widely by market and experience — use the career ROI tool to model your own numbers.
Frequently asked questions
What does a Security Guard license cost in District of Columbia?
Documented fees for District of Columbia are not published in this dataset — check DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs — Security Officers for the current fee schedule.
Are the exam fee and the license fee the same thing in District of Columbia?
No. The exam fee covers sitting for the test, while the application and license fees cover processing and issuing the credential. Each is listed separately in the table above where the state publishes it.
How much does Security Guard training cost in District of Columbia?
Training-hour requirements for District of Columbia are not published here — ask DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs — Security Officers for the approved programs and their costs.
Is a Security Guard license in District of Columbia worth the cost?
The BLS median annual wage for security guards is $37,160. Earnings vary widely by state and market — treat this as a planning estimate, not a promise.
Budget your Security Guard licensing in District of Columbia
This page is informational and not legal advice. Fees, pass rates and retake rules change frequently — verify all figures with DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs — Security Officers and your exam vendor before paying (retrieved 2026-08-20).