Lodging Managers
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.
Median pay: $69,250/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +3.4% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 5,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services, and resolve occupants' complaints.
• Participate in financial activities, such as the setting of room rates, the establishment of budgets, and the allocation of funds to departments.
• Confer and cooperate with other managers to ensure coordination of hotel activities.
• Greet and register guests.
• Monitor the revenue activity of the hotel or facility.
• Manage and maintain temporary or permanent lodging facilities.
• Train staff members.
• Observe and monitor staff performance to ensure efficient operations and adherence to facility's policies and procedures.
What's the median pay for Lodging Managers?
The median pay for Lodging Managers is $69,250 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Lodging Managers?
Employment for Lodging Managers is projected to change +3.4% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Lodging Managers?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Lodging Managers?
About 5,400 openings per year, on average, over the decade.