Tour and Travel Guides Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,220 +9.7% vs national
Median hourly $19.34
10th percentile $29,990
90th percentile $66,190
Employed locally 190
National median $36,660

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,990
    25th
    $34,000
    50th (median)
    $40,220
    75th
    $45,760
    90th
    $66,190

    Top-paying metros for Tour and Travel Guides

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

    Related occupations in Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Amusement and Recreation Attendants$34,130
    Childcare Workers$36,780
    Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors$47,640
    Recreation Workers$38,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services$50,680
    Animal Caretakers$33,520

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Tour and Travel Guides in Southwest Colorado is $19.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.52 or more per hour.

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

    The median Tour and Travel Guides salary in Southwest Colorado is 9.7% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Tour and Travel Guides (10th percentile) earn around $29,990 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,000.