How Much Does a Porter Make in the United States?
The average base salary for a Porter in the United States a month or $33,130 per year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Average Porter Base Salary:
The average wage for a porter is per hour.
Porters not only earn a basic salary but also get a substantial part of their income from tips. The tip amount varies depending on factors like the type of workplace, location and the level of service they offer.
Annual Mean Wage of Porters by State
[The latest data collected from BLS and the labor/employment departments of the respective states]
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Porter Salary in Major US Cities
Annual mean wage
$33,640
# of employees
1,850
Projected growth
1,648
Annual mean wage
47,590
# of employees
3,170
Projected growth
3,370
Annual mean wage
$39,260
# of employees
1,210
Projected growth
1,228
Annual mean wage
$38,970
# of employees
1,720
Projected growth
1,596
[Sources: BLS; New York State Department of Labor; Illinois Department of Employment Security; California Employment Development Department]
High-Paying Cities for Porters
| City | Avg Salary | Avg Hourly Wage |
|---|---|---|
| NYC, NY | 47,590 | 22.88 |
| Chicago, IL | 33,640 | 16.17 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 38,970 | 18.74 |
| Miami, FL | 33,640 | 16.17 |
Average Porter Salary by State
Explore the average Porter salary by state.
| State | Avg. Salary |
|---|---|
| Alabama | 32,292 |
| Alaska | 32,220 |
| Arizona | 36,410 |
| Arkansas | 30,623 |
| California | 39,640 |
| Colorado | 0 |
| Connecticut | 36,185 |
| Delaware | 0 |
| Florida | 32,460 |
| Georgia | 28,190 |
| Hawaii | 39,830 |
| Idaho | 25,357 |
| Illinois | 39,010 |
| Indiana | 32,120 |
| Iowa | 28,850 |
| Kansas | 0 |
| Kentucky | 41,000 |
| Louisiana | 27,080 |
| Maine | 0 |
| Maryland | 35,200 |
| Massachusetts | 39,430 |
| Michigan | 31,480 |
| Minnesota | 32,450 |
| Mississippi | 23,940 |
| Missouri | 33,980 |
| Montana | 0 |
| Nebraska | 0 |
| Nevada | 32,860 |
| New Hampshire | 29,910 |
| New Jersey | 35,460 |
| New Mexico | 32,930 |
| New York | 47,620 |
| North Carolina | 27,810 |
| North Dakota | 0 |
| Ohio | 27,310 |
| Oklahoma | 23,820 |
| Oregon | 36,520 |
| Pennsylvania | 32,710 |
| Rhode Island | 32,910 |
| South Carolina | 24,950 |
| South Dakota | 28,040 |
| Tennessee | 29,850 |
| Texas | 29,460 |
| Utah | 34,450 |
| Vermont | 33,180 |
| Virginia | 33,880 |
| Washington | 39,610 |
| West Virginia | 24,270 |
| Wisconsin | 31,340 |
| Wyoming | 35,640 |
| District of Columbia | $39,900 |
How Much Do Similar Careers to a Porter Get Paid?
Porters make more than Housekeepers and Valets but less than Concierges.
| Job Title | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Housekeeper | |
| Valet | |
| Concierge |
Labor Laws and Taxes for Porters
As a Porter, you might find it beneficial to know your state’s minimum wage, tip credits, overtime pay and leave policies.
Check out the guides below or view more labor laws:
- New York Labor Law Guide
- Illinois Labor Law Guide
- California Labor Law Guide
- Florida Labor Law Guide
To easily calculate federal, state and local taxes in your state, use our free Paycheck Calculator.
