Tour and Travel Guides Salary (2025)
Based on 53,500 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $28,520 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $32,910 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $38,120 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $47,700 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $60,930 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$29K
25th
$33K
Median
$38K
75th
$48K
90th
$61K
Highest Paying States for Tour and Travel Guides
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Arizona | $70,860 |
| Washington | $56,820 |
| District of Columbia | $52,460 |
| Vermont | $51,440 |
| New York | $50,890 |
| California | $49,180 |
| Georgia | $49,040 |
| Alaska | $48,510 |
| Hawaii | $47,270 |
| Wyoming | $46,880 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Tour and Travel Guides salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Arizona at an average of $70,860 per year, while Wyoming has an average of $46,880 — a difference of $23,980. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Tour and Travel Guides
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 53,500 workers were employed as Tour and Travel Guidess in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Personal Care and Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $43,720 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 39-7010