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Job outlook for tour managers in the United States
Are tour manager jobs in demand?
Tour Manager job and salary trends over time
Tour Manager jobs over time
Tour Manager job growth rate over time
Year  | # Of Jobs | % Of Population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,688 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 2,007 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 2,570 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,570 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,459 | 0.00% |
Average tour manager salary over time
Tour Manager salary by year
| Year | Avg. Salary | Hourly Rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,476 | $24.27 | +4.2% |
| 2024 | $48,418 | $23.28 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $47,793 | $22.98 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | $46,961 | $22.58 | +0.6% |
| 2021 | $46,677 | $22.44 | +0.1% |
Tour Manager jobs by state
Most common states for tour managers
| Rank | State | Population | # of Jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 501 | 72% |
| 2 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,734 | 20% |
| 3 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,419 | 19% |
| 4 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,158 | 19% |
| 5 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,198 | 17% |
| 6 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 524 | 13% |
| 7 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 128 | 12% |
| 8 | Delaware | 961,939 | 114 | 12% |
| 9 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 605 | 11% |
| 10 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 86 | 11% |
| 11 | California | 39,536,653 | 3,911 | 10% |
| 12 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 537 | 10% |
| 13 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 355 | 10% |
| 14 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 322 | 10% |
| 15 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 129 | 10% |
| 16 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 106 | 10% |
| 17 | Vermont | 623,657 | 60 | 10% |
| 18 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 1,158 | 9% |
| 19 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 966 | 9% |
| 20 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 952 | 9% |
Most common cities for tour managers
| Rank | City | # of Jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Winston-Salem | 1 | 0% | $44,541 |
Tour Manager job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of tour manager experts
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What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Tour Managers?
Duane Summers: Even before the pandemic I was encouraging students to investigate the supporting roles of entertainment. Audio Engineers, Lighting Designers, Stage Technicians, Tour Managers, Production Managers are just a few of the positions that has always and will be in even more of a demand post Covid 19. Miami Dade College Music Business Degree, and the Certificate in Audio Technology is perfect for the young individual seeking a career in the music business.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Tour Managers?
Angela Sebby Ph.D.: While jobs may be slower to return to the capacity pre-Covid, the industry and tourism employment will rebound as people still want to travel and explore diverse foods, cultures, and experiences. However, the enduring impact will be the rapid onset of technology that allowed for limited contact with employees and others has become the new norm. Although human interaction is an important aspect of service in the tourism industry, employers have found that they can reduce the number of personal interactions but still deliver an acceptable level of quality service. What would have taken years to adopt, COVID created an amplified adoption.
What's a good job out of college for Tour Managers?
Angela Sebby Ph.D.: It depends on which area of tourism one would like to go into (hotels, country clubs, event planning, attractions, etc.) and how quickly that industry will bounce back after the vaccines are administered. Therefore, all students should make sure that they pay attention to the diverse sectors, look for trends and adaptations in the industry, gather experience while going to college, network with those in the industry, consider appropriate certifications, and be willing to relocate. So, although the initial job out of college might not be the "dream" job, it is important for graduates to create a personal strategic plan to acquire the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the dream job. I would suggest investing time and attention to jobs that offer exceptional customer service, concentrate on training and development, and are aligned with the graduate's core values.
What soft skills should all Tour Managers possess?
TeWhan Hahn Ph.D.: Writing skills including email writing, being able to work in teams, and knowing the workplace etiquettes.