Tour and Travel Guides Hourly Pay
As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for tour and travel guides in the United States was $18.33, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Hourly Wage Percentiles
| Percentile | Hourly Wage |
|---|---|
| 10th | $13.71 |
| 25th | $15.82 |
| Median | $18.33 |
| 75th | $22.93 |
| 90th | $29.29 |
Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do tour and travel guides make an hour?
The median hourly wage is $18.33; the mean hourly wage is $21.02.
What is the entry-level hourly pay for tour and travel guides?
Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $13.71 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.
What is the top hourly pay for tour and travel guides?
Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $29.29 per hour.