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Party host salary

Average party host salary

$12.39

$25,777 yearly

Entry-level party host salary
$19,000 yearly salary
Updated January 8, 2025

Average Party Host Salary

The average party host salary in the United States is around $25,777 annually or $12.39 per hour. This compensation can vary significantly based on several factors, including geographical location, years of experience, and the type of events hosted.

Where Can a Party Host Earn More?

Party hosts in states like California and New York often see higher salaries, reflecting the cost of living and demand in urban areas. Additionally, party hosts working for larger event planning companies or in high-end venues may receive higher pay compared to those in smaller operations.

Job Opportunities

As a party host, your role may involve planning, coordinating activities, and ensuring guests have an enjoyable experience. Opportunities exist in various settings, including private parties, corporate events, and community gatherings. By gaining experience and possibly specializing in a niche, such as children's parties or corporate events, you can enhance your earning potential.

Salary Insights

Salary estimates for party hosts across platforms vary, but the general range remains consistent. Researching local job listings can provide a clearer picture of what to expect in your area.

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Where can a Party Host earn more?

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Active Wellness$35,528
Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey$23,744

Party host salary estimates from across the web

Based on the latest salary information compiled by Zippia, Indeed and Glassdoor, the average salary for a party host typically falls between $25,777 and $43,847.
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$25,777yearly
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$43,847yearly
indeed[2]
$28,884yearly

Average party host salary by state

The average party host salary in Vermont, Maine, and New Hampshire are the highest in the U.S. The lowest average party host salary states are Mississippi, Alabama, and South Carolina.

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Highest paying states for party hosts

RankStateAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Nevada$25,705$12.36
2Pennsylvania$26,612$12.79
3Michigan$27,050$13.00
4New Hampshire$28,627$13.76
5Vermont$28,801$13.85
6Ohio$25,704$12.36
7Rhode Island$28,239$13.58
8North Dakota$27,044$13.00
9Maine$28,634$13.77
10Delaware$26,216$12.60
11Indiana$25,028$12.03
12Arizona$25,354$12.19
13Wisconsin$26,499$12.74
14Minnesota$26,762$12.87
15Massachusetts$28,507$13.71
16New York$27,337$13.14
17Connecticut$27,940$13.43
18New Jersey$27,067$13.01
19Idaho$25,442$12.23
20Oregon$25,844$12.43
21California$25,957$12.48
22Arkansas$24,234$11.65
23Tennessee$24,202$11.64
24Iowa$25,120$12.08
25Illinois$25,436$12.23
26Kentucky$24,404$11.73
27Maryland$25,798$12.40
28West Virginia$25,100$12.07
29South Dakota$25,403$12.21
30Mississippi$24,080$11.58
31New Mexico$24,865$11.95
32Oklahoma$24,374$11.72
33Wyoming$25,010$12.02
34Kansas$24,526$11.79
35Hawaii$26,587$12.78
36Alabama$24,059$11.57
37Utah$25,205$12.12
38South Carolina$24,049$11.56
39Virginia$24,882$11.96
40Washington$25,522$12.27
41Nebraska$24,800$11.92
42Colorado$24,767$11.91
43Texas$24,308$11.69
44Missouri$24,482$11.77
45North Carolina$24,250$11.66
46District of Columbia$25,559$12.29
47Alaska$24,712$11.88
48Louisiana$23,955$11.52
49Montana$25,216$12.12
50Florida$23,789$11.44
51Georgia$24,027$11.55

Highest paying cities for party hosts

The highest-paying cities for party hosts are Syracuse, NY, Burlington, MA, and Glastonbury, CT.

RankCityAvg. salaryHourly rate
1Syracuse, NY$28,648$13.77
2Burlington, MA$28,598$13.75
3Glastonbury, CT$28,152$13.53
4Cherry Hill, NJ$26,554$12.77
5Milwaukee, WI$26,389$12.69
6Alameda, CA$26,147$12.57
7Mount Prospect, IL$25,633$12.32
8Bellevue, WA$25,526$12.27
9Gilbert, AZ$25,339$12.18
10Saratoga Springs, UT$25,212$12.12
11Bettendorf, IA$25,134$12.08
12Littleton, CO$24,773$11.91
13Virginia Beach, VA$24,693$11.87
14Tulsa, OK$24,374$11.72
15Cedar Park, TX$24,300$11.68
16Raleigh, NC$24,285$11.68
17Smyrna, TN$24,210$11.64
18Huntsville, AL$24,138$11.60
19Marietta, GA$24,077$11.58
20Palm Harbor, FL$23,798$11.44

Party host salary details

A party host's salary ranges from $19,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $34,000 at the 90th percentile.

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What is a party host's salary?

PercentileAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rate
90th Percentile$34,000$2,833$16
75th Percentile$30,000$2,500$14
Average$25,777$2,148$12
25th Percentile$22,000$1,833$11
10th Percentile$19,000$1,583$9

Highest paying party host jobs

The highest paying types of party hosts are party coordinator, maitre d, and preacher.

Job titleAnnual salaryMonthly salaryHourly rateJob openings
Host/Hostess$26,207$2,184$12.6057,852
Front Desk Host$31,080$2,590$14.9469,194
Event Host$29,232$2,436$14.0515,092

Which companies pay party hosts the most?

Party host salaries at Active Wellness and FAT CATS CAFE are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average party host salary at companies like Main Event and Stars and Strikes Family Entertainment Centers are highly competitive.

Wage gap by gender, race and education

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Party Host salary by industry

The average party host salary varies across industries:

  • The average party host salary in the manufacturing industry is $28,268, the highest of any industry.
  • The average party host salary in the finance industry is $27,228.
  • Party hosts in the real estate industry earn an average salary of $26,485, the lowest of any industry.

Highest paying industries for party hosts

RankIndustryAverage salaryHourly rate
1Manufacturing$28,268$13.59
2Health Care$27,228$13.09
3Hospitality$26,883$12.92
4Media$26,861$12.91
5Real Estate$26,485$12.73

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Party host salary trends

The average party host salary has risen by $5,743 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average party host earned $20,034 annually, but today, they earn $25,777 a year. That works out to a 20% change in pay for party hosts over the last decade.

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Average party host salary over time

Compare party host salaries for individual cities or states with the national average.

Party host salary by year

YearAvg. salaryHourly rate% Change
2025$25,800$12.39+3.3%
2024$24,900$11.98+4.0%
2023$23,900$11.50+5.6%
2022$22,600$10.86+4.5%
2021$21,600$10.37+4.0%

Recently added party host salaries

CompanyJobLocationDate addedSalary
Town of ErieParty HostErie, CO06/26/2025$41,385
The Children's HomeParty HostEndicott, NY06/22/2025$32,349
Highlands Ranch Community AssocAquatics Birthday Party HostHighlands Ranch, CO06/21/2025$32,870
Five Little Monkeys LLCSeasonal and General Labor-Party RentalLivonia, MI06/20/2025$31,305
Life Time FitnessBirthday Party HostPlymouth, MN06/20/2025$27,653
Dave & Buster'sParty HostIndependence, MO06/13/2025$25,044
YMCA of The SuncoastKids Zone Attendant/Birthday Party Host-Greater Palm Harbor*Palm Harbor, FL06/03/2025$28,175
Scott County Family YMCAParty Host-North Scott YmcaEldridge, IA06/03/2025$25,044
YMCA of The Iowa Mississippi ValleyParty Host-North Scott YmcaEldridge, IA06/03/2025$25,044
Life Time FitnessKids Party HostLaguna Niguel, CA05/29/2025$34,436

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