Escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.
According to the US Department of Labor, there are 44,000 people employed as tour guides and escorts in the United States. The median annual salary is $29,500. Entry level employees earn approximately $20,430 per year and senior employees earn approximately $47,660 per year.
Estimates do not include other potential benefits such as health insurance, overtime pay, or retirement benefits that may be offered by employers.