How much does a tour and travel guide make in Washington?
$54,160a year
Median yearly pay for tour and travel guides in Washington. That is $26.04 an hour or $4,513 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.04
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,420
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,540Median: $54,160Highest 10%: $76,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,540 | $18.05 | |
| 25th | $43,150 | $20.75 | |
| Median | $54,160 | $26.04 | |
| 75th | $66,020 | $31.74 | |
| 90th | $76,790 | $36.92 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $63,630 |
| Bremerton, WA | $55,870 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $46,920 |
| Portland, OR | $39,260 |
| Olympia, WA | $38,580 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for tour and travel guides.
| 1. Washington | $54,160 |
| 2. District of Columbia | $49,210 |
| 3. Wyoming | $47,020 |
| 4. California | $46,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tour and travel guide make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $26.04 ($54,160 a year).
Do tour and travel guides make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $54,160 against $38,120 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Washington rank for tour and travel guide pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays tour and travel guides the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $63,630 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.