Security Guard Costs in Spokane, WA

Straight pricing, no guesswork

Hiring security shouldn't require a sales call just to learn the price. These are Columbia Protection's general rates for the Spokane area. Your exact quote depends on the details below — call (509) 342-7233 and we'll give you a straight number.

Our general rates

Armed security guard (per officer, per hour): $65
Mobile patrol (per visit): $25
Alarm response (monthly retainer): $300

What affects your total

Number of officers and posts: More posts or larger sites need more coverage.
Hours and days: Longer shifts and multi-day assignments change the total.
Scope of duties: The post responsibilities, patrol areas, and reporting requirements shape the final quote.
Timing: Short-notice requests may limit what's available — earlier is always better.

Example scenarios (illustrative)

A 6-hour event with 2 officers: 2 × 6 × $65 = $780
Nightly patrol visits for a month: 30 × $25 = $750
Business alarm response: $300 per month, flat

What's included in every assignment

Licensed officers — Columbia Protection is a licensed security guard agency in Washington (CJTC Agency #24000659).
Written post orders agreed before coverage begins.
Activity and incident reporting.
A direct line to our team at (509) 342-7233.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Do you have minimum shift hours? A: Minimums depend on the assignment. Call with your schedule and we'll give you a straight answer.

Q: Do you offer unarmed guards? A: No — Columbia Protection provides armed officers only. The $65 general rate is per armed officer per hour.

Q: How does the alarm response retainer work? A: For $300 per month, our officers respond to your alarm activations — checking the property and handling it according to your instructions, instead of you or your staff driving out in the middle of the night.

Q: How do I get an exact quote? A: Call (509) 342-7233 with the location, schedule, and what you need covered. We'll quote it exactly — no obligation.

Q: Are you licensed? A: Yes. Columbia Protection LLC is a licensed security guard agency in Washington (CJTC Agency #24000659) and a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Spokane, WA.

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Columbia Protection LLC — a licensed security guard agency in Washington (CJTC Agency #24000659) and a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Spokane, WA.