What are the main factors that influence a Hotel Front Desk Agent's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Hotel Front Desk Agent?

The Hospitality & Leisure industry offers the highest average compensation for Hotel Front Desk Agent roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Hotel Front Desk Agent's salary?

A Hotel Front Desk Agent's salary grows with experience: a Hotel Front Desk Agent (1-3 years)earns $34,628, a Front Desk Clerk, Sr. (3-5 years)earns $40,303, a Front Desk Supervisor (5+ years)earns $41,859, a Front Desk Manager (5+ years)earns $51,332,

What are the highest paying states for a Hotel Front Desk Agent?

Hotel Front Desk Agent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Hotel Front Desk Agent roles are District of Columbia $37,176, California $37,035, Massachusetts $36,541. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Hotel Front Desk Agent roles make?

Salaries for Hotel Front Desk Agent level roles vary by specialization: Front Desk Manager: $50,790; Hotel Front Desk Manager: $50,193; Hotel Front Desk Supervisor: $42,021; Hotel Front Desk Receptionist: $41,727; Franchised Front Desk Agent: $34,954.

Hotel Front Desk Agent Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Hotel Front Desk Agent make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hotel Front Desk Agent in Rhode Island is $34,812 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $17.

However, a Hotel Front Desk Agent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $39,597
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $32,466 to $37,317
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,331

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Hotel Front Desk Agent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,317	$3,110	$718	$18
Average	$34,812	$2,901	$669	$17
25th Percentile	$32,466	$2,706	$624	$16

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Key Factors That Influence Hotel Front Desk Agent Salaries

A Hotel Front Desk Agent'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Hotel Front Desk Agent 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 Hotel Front Desk Agents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $37,176.
California: $37,035.
Massachusetts: $36,541.

District of Columbia $37,176 California $37,035 Massachusetts $36,541 Washington $36,407 New Jersey $36,393 Alaska $36,346 Connecticut $35,883 New York $35,695

Hawaii $35,094 Rhode Island $34,812 Maryland $34,620 Minnesota $34,359 Colorado $34,258 Illinois $34,224 Oregon $34,097 Delaware $34,003

New Hampshire $33,944 Virginia $33,811 Pennsylvania $33,425 Nevada $33,230 North Dakota $33,167 Michigan $33,066 Wisconsin $33,029 Vermont $32,955

Texas $32,750 Maine $32,737 Arizona $32,717 Ohio $32,693 Georgia $32,384 Indiana $32,230 Wyoming $32,200 Utah $32,153

Iowa $32,132 Kansas $31,971 Louisiana $31,924 North Carolina $31,907 Missouri $31,901 Florida $31,770 Montana $31,699 Nebraska $31,632

Kentucky $31,595 South Carolina $31,461 Tennessee $31,377 Idaho $31,343 New Mexico $31,098 Oklahoma $31,045 Alabama $30,846 South Dakota $30,514

Arkansas $30,333 West Virginia $30,235 Mississippi $29,943

Top Paying Cities for Hotel Front Desk Agents

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:

Adamsville: $35,247
Albion: $34,949
Ashaway: $35,180

Adamsville, RI $35,247 Albion, RI $34,949 Ashaway, RI $35,180 Barrington, RI $34,857 Block Island, RI $35,051 Bradford, RI $35,159 Bristol, RI $34,991 Carolina, RI $35,101

Charlestown, RI $35,114 Chepachet, RI $35,044 Clayville, RI $34,946 Coventry, RI $34,948 West Greenwich, RI $35,044 East Greenwich, RI $34,924 Exeter, RI $35,034 Fiskeville, RI $34,856

Forestdale, RI $35,125 Foster, RI $35,025 Glendale, RI $35,128 Greene, RI $35,071 Greenville, RI $34,870 Harmony, RI $34,915 Harrisville, RI $35,113 Hope, RI $34,878

Hope Valley, RI $35,149 Hopkinton, RI $35,196 Jamestown, RI $35,078 Kenyon, RI $35,097 Little Compton, RI $35,242 Manville, RI $34,995 Mapleville, RI $35,051 Newport, RI $35,113

Middletown, RI $35,129 North Kingstown, RI $34,984 North Scituate, RI $34,915 Oakland, RI $35,088 Pascoag, RI $35,136 Pawtucket, RI $34,805 Central Falls, RI $34,821 Cumberland, RI $35,018

Lincoln, RI $34,855 Portsmouth, RI $35,110 Prudence Island, RI $35,037 Rockville, RI $35,190 Saunderstown, RI $35,057 Shannock, RI $35,099 Slatersville, RI $35,125 Slocum, RI $35,056

Tiverton, RI $35,216 Wakefield, RI $35,087 Kingston, RI $35,073 Narragansett, RI $35,097 Peace Dale, RI $35,082 Warren, RI $34,947 Warwick, RI $34,850 Westerly, RI $35,189

West Kingston, RI $35,084 West Warwick, RI $34,892 Wood River Junction, RI $35,134 Woonsocket, RI $35,127 North Smithfield, RI $35,047 Wyoming, RI $35,099 Providence, RI $34,795 Cranston, RI $34,800

North Providence, RI $34,804 East Providence, RI $34,797 Riverside, RI $34,808 Rumford, RI $34,803 Smithfield, RI $34,874 Johnston, RI $34,815

Hotel Front Desk Agent Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Hotel Front Desk Agent roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Hospitality & Leisure, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Hotel Front Desk Agent positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Hotel Front Desk Agent as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Hotel Front Desk Agent

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Hospitality & Leisure	$41,774	$20.0	20%

Hotel Front Desk Agent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hotel Front Desk Agent'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 July 01, 2026

$32,466

Average $34,812/year

$37,317

$2,706

Average $2,901/month

$3,110

$624

Average $669/week

$718

$16

Average $17/hour

$18

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$37,317	$3,110	$718	$18
Average	$34,812	$2,901	$669	$17
25th Percentile	$32,466	$2,706	$624	$16

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