Tour and Travel Guides Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,920 +25.3% vs national
Median hourly $22.08
10th percentile $34,840
90th percentile $79,050
Employed locally 860
National median $36,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,840
    25th
    $37,860
    50th (median)
    $45,920
    75th
    $53,420
    90th
    $79,050

    Top-paying metros for Tour and Travel Guides

    Metro areaMedian salary
    South Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area $57,230
    Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT $55,860
    Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $53,420
    Vermont $53,420
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $53,420
    District of Columbia $52,140

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Gambling Service Workers, All Other $36,760
    Childcare Workers $35,250
    Residential Advisors $45,740
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $57,690
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants $42,550
    Recreation Workers $41,830

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Tour and Travel Guides make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Tour and Travel Guides in Alaska is $22.08, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.96 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Tour and Travel Guides salaries?

    The median Tour and Travel Guides salary in Alaska is 25.3% above the national median of $36,660. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Tour and Travel Guides in Alaska?

    Entry-level Tour and Travel Guides (10th percentile) earn around $34,840 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,860.