Career Profile

Lodging Manager

Education HS diploma or less
This is the typical education required for this occupation.
Earnings $56,000
This is the median salary for this occupation.

Lodging managers ensure that traveling guests have a pleasant experience at their establishment with accommodations. They also ensure that the business is run efficiently and profitably.

General Information

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations. Excludes Food Service Managers (11-9051) in lodging establishments.

Lodging Manager

Occupational Outlook

For the Rural Capital Area

27

Job Opportunities

Over the next five years, an average of 27 openings per year are projected for Lodging Manager.

+21.4%

Employment Change

Employment for Lodging Manager is forecasted to increase significantly more than the regional average by 21.4% between 2025 and 2030.

$26.94

Earnings Potential

The typical worker in this occupation is paid $26.94/hour. Entry level workers are paid $11.53, while experienced workers are paid $45.24. The median wage is comparable to the wage across all occupations.

Local Employment Opportunities

There are 180 Lodging Manager in the Rural Capital Area region. By 2030 this number could reach 218.

Top Employing Industries, Locally

The top industries employing Lodging Manager are Traveler Accommodation, RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps, and All Other Industries.

Knowledge Areas

The top most significant knowledge categories for Lodging Manager include Administration and Management, Personnel and Human Resources, and Customer and Personal Service.

Educational Attainment Patterns

The most common level of education for Lodging Manager is Bachelor's. 54% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.