Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 157,550 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $25,780 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $28,880 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $33,580 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $37,520 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $43,970 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$26K
25th
$29K
Median
$34K
75th
$38K
90th
$44K
Highest Paying States for Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $58,460 |
| Hawaii | $55,150 |
| California | $44,380 |
| Washington | $39,940 |
| Montana | $39,910 |
| Massachusetts | $37,930 |
| New York | $37,800 |
| Connecticut | $37,050 |
| Colorado | $36,900 |
| Vermont | $36,720 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $58,460 per year, while Vermont has an average of $36,720 — a difference of $21,740. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 157,550 workers were employed as Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Protective Service Occupations. The annual mean wage of $34,470 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 33-9092