Tourism Officer Salary in the United States

How much does a Tourism Officer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Tourism Officer in the United States is $72,162 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

However, a Tourism Officer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $92,514
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,542 to $82,815
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,605
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Tourism Officer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $82,815 $6,901 $1,593 $40
Average $72,162 $6,013 $1,388 $35
25th Percentile $64,542 $5,379 $1,241 $31
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Key Factors That Influence Tourism Officer Salaries

A Tourism Officer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Tourism Officer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Tourism Officer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $69,728
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,257
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,044
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $83,370
  • Expert (over 8 years): $83,925
Levels Salary
Entry Level Tourism Officer$69,728
Intermediate Level Tourism Officer$70,257
Senior Level Tourism Officer$75,044
Specialist Level Tourism Officer$83,370
Expert Level Tourism Officer$83,925
$69,728 0 yr
$70,257 < 2 yrs
$75,044 2-4 yrs
$83,370 5-8 yrs
$83,925 > 8 yrs
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How Do Tourism Officer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Tourism Officers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $79,897.
  • California: $79,594.
  • Massachusetts: $78,534.

Top Paying Cities for Tourism Officers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $91,018
  • San Francisco: $90,123
  • Oakland: $88,124

What Skills Can Increase a Tourism Officer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Problem Solving (Mentioned in 5.36% Job Postings): Analyzing and identifying the root cause of problems and applying critical thinking skills to solve problems.
  • Career Development (Mentioned in 1.79% Job Postings): Refers to the process an individual may undergo to evolve their occupational status. It is the process of making decisions for long term learning, to align personal needs of physical or psychological fulfillment with career advancement opportunities.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.19% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Problem Solving 5.36%
Career Development 1.79%
Business Administration 1.19%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Tourism Officer's salary.
  • Visio: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Data Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Python: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Visio
$81,543
13%
Data Integrity
$77,935
8%
Python
$77,213
7%
Sustainability
$76,491
6%
Java
$76,491
6%
Object Oriented Programming
$76,491
6%
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How Education impacts a Tourism Officer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Tourism Officers enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Tourism Officer with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $72,281 and $77,748).

Tourism Officer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Tourism Officer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 23.5%
High School 23.5%
Associates 17.6%
Bachelors 41.2%
Masters 17.6%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Tourism Officer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Tourism Officer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Tourism Officer

Salaries for a Tourism Officer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $59,478 in 2023 to around $59,346 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Tourism Officer salary trends, .

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