How much does a lifeguard make in Connecticut?
$35,960a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Connecticut. That is $17.29 an hour or $2,997 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.29
- Vs. national median
- +7%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $34,010Median: $35,960Highest 10%: $39,740
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $34,010 | $16.35 | |
| 25th | $34,010 | $16.35 | |
| Median | $35,960 | $17.29 | |
| 75th | $38,150 | $18.34 | |
| 90th | $39,740 | $19.11 |
Cities in Connecticut
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Norwich, CT | $36,430 |
| Waterbury, CT | $35,990 |
| Hartford, CT | $35,960 |
| New Haven, CT | $35,800 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $35,770 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 6. Massachusetts | $36,650 |
| 7. New York | $36,590 |
| 8. Vermont | $36,030 |
| 9. Connecticut | $35,960 |
| 10. Rhode Island | $35,770 |
| 11. Colorado | $35,640 |
| 12. Arizona | $35,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Connecticut?
The median hourly pay in Connecticut is $17.29 ($35,960 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Connecticut than the national average?
Yes: $35,960 against $33,580 nationally, 7% more.
Where does Connecticut rank for lifeguard pay?
Connecticut ranks 9 of 51 states.
Which city in Connecticut pays lifeguards the most?
Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT, with a median of $36,430 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.