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Pool attendant salary
Average pool attendant salary
$12.82
Average Pool Attendant Salary
As of October 2025, pool attendants earn an average salary of $26,675 annually, which is approximately $13 per hour. This figure can vary based on several factors, including geographic location, years of experience, and the specific employer. For instance, pool attendants in high-demand areas or at luxury resorts often see higher compensation.
Where Pool Attendants Earn More
States such as California and Florida typically offer higher pay due to the larger number of pools and resorts. In California, the average salary for a pool attendant can exceed $30,000 annually. Additionally, experience plays a significant role; seasoned pool attendants may earn upwards of $35,000 per year, particularly in tourist-heavy regions.
Salary Trends Over Time
Over the years, the demand for pool attendants has remained steady, reflecting a consistent need for pool maintenance and customer service roles in recreational facilities. Understanding these salary dynamics can help prospective employees gauge their earning potential and make informed career decisions.
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Pool attendant salary estimates from across the web
Average pool attendant salary by state
The highest-paying states for pool attendants are New York, California, and Maine. The lowest average pool attendant salary states are Nebraska, Oklahoma, and South Carolina.
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Highest paying states for pool attendants
| Rank | State | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utah | $33,799 | $16.25 |
| 2 | Vermont | $34,321 | $16.50 |
| 3 | Maine | $34,628 | $16.65 |
| 4 | Colorado | $31,893 | $15.33 |
| 5 | New Hampshire | $34,450 | $16.56 |
| 6 | California | $34,765 | $16.71 |
| 7 | Arizona | $27,205 | $13.08 |
| 8 | New York | $35,534 | $17.08 |
| 9 | Wyoming | $27,215 | $13.08 |
| 10 | Connecticut | $33,755 | $16.23 |
| 11 | Oregon | $31,368 | $15.08 |
| 12 | Massachusetts | $33,887 | $16.29 |
| 13 | Rhode Island | $29,402 | $14.14 |
| 14 | North Dakota | $33,400 | $16.06 |
| 15 | Idaho | $31,915 | $15.34 |
| 16 | Nevada | $25,393 | $12.21 |
| 17 | Michigan | $25,233 | $12.13 |
| 18 | New Jersey | $28,554 | $13.73 |
| 19 | West Virginia | $28,768 | $13.83 |
| 20 | Washington | $31,199 | $15.00 |
| 21 | Arkansas | $25,462 | $12.24 |
| 22 | Minnesota | $26,577 | $12.78 |
| 23 | Montana | $24,073 | $11.57 |
| 24 | North Carolina | $25,275 | $12.15 |
| 25 | Kansas | $25,233 | $12.13 |
| 26 | Tennessee | $24,204 | $11.64 |
| 27 | Florida | $24,397 | $11.73 |
| 28 | Ohio | $24,435 | $11.75 |
| 29 | Kentucky | $24,886 | $11.96 |
| 30 | Delaware | $27,326 | $13.14 |
| 31 | Iowa | $24,558 | $11.81 |
| 32 | Texas | $22,686 | $10.91 |
| 33 | Pennsylvania | $23,861 | $11.47 |
| 34 | Hawaii | $23,763 | $11.42 |
| 35 | Alaska | $22,136 | $10.64 |
| 36 | Wisconsin | $23,096 | $11.10 |
| 37 | Indiana | $23,488 | $11.29 |
| 38 | District of Columbia | $27,103 | $13.03 |
| 39 | Maryland | $23,032 | $11.07 |
| 40 | Virginia | $22,410 | $10.77 |
| 41 | Missouri | $22,170 | $10.66 |
| 42 | Illinois | $23,975 | $11.53 |
| 43 | South Dakota | $23,080 | $11.10 |
| 44 | Mississippi | $20,050 | $9.64 |
| 45 | Louisiana | $22,331 | $10.74 |
| 46 | Alabama | $19,464 | $9.36 |
| 47 | New Mexico | $23,114 | $11.11 |
| 48 | South Carolina | $20,453 | $9.83 |
| 49 | Oklahoma | $21,523 | $10.35 |
| 50 | Georgia | $20,009 | $9.62 |
| 51 | Nebraska | $21,760 | $10.46 |
Highest paying cities for pool attendants
The highest-paying cities for pool attendants are Sacramento, CA, Broomfield, CO, and Medford, OR.
| Rank | City | Avg. salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sacramento, CA | $35,998 | $17.31 |
| 2 | Broomfield, CO | $31,983 | $15.38 |
| 3 | Medford, OR | $31,740 | $15.26 |
| 4 | Atlantic City, NJ | $27,787 | $13.36 |
| 5 | Phoenix, AZ | $27,257 | $13.10 |
| 6 | Eagan, MN | $26,483 | $12.73 |
| 7 | Reno, NV | $26,336 | $12.66 |
| 8 | Grand Rapids, MI | $25,180 | $12.11 |
| 9 | Orlando, FL | $24,461 | $11.76 |
| 10 | Chicago, IL | $24,007 | $11.54 |
| 11 | El Paso, TX | $23,894 | $11.49 |
| 12 | Urban Honolulu, HI | $23,782 | $11.43 |
| 13 | Lancaster, PA | $23,674 | $11.38 |
| 14 | Richmond, VA | $22,343 | $10.74 |
| 15 | Myrtle Beach, SC | $20,425 | $9.82 |
| 16 | Atlanta, GA | $20,105 | $9.67 |
| 17 | Biloxi, MS | $19,832 | $9.53 |
Pool attendant salary details
A pool attendant's salary ranges from $20,000 a year at the 10th percentile to $34,000 at the 90th percentile.
What is a pool attendant's salary?
| Percentile | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90th Percentile | $34,000 | $2,833 | $16 |
| 75th Percentile | $30,000 | $2,500 | $14 |
| Average | $26,675 | $2,223 | $13 |
| 25th Percentile | $23,000 | $1,917 | $11 |
| 10th Percentile | $20,000 | $1,667 | $10 |
Highest paying pool attendant jobs
The highest paying types of pool attendants are golf caddie, ride operator, and ski lift operator.
| Job title | Annual salary | Monthly salary | Hourly rate | Job openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ride Operator | $33,398 | $2,783 | $16.06 | 29,616 |
| Recreation Attendant | $23,732 | $1,978 | $11.41 | 97,043 |
| Golf Range Attendant | $28,102 | $2,342 | $13.51 | 45,487 |
| Cart Attendant | $28,866 | $2,405 | $13.88 | 49,045 |
| Gate Attendant | $28,256 | $2,355 | $13.58 | 71,470 |
| Attendant | $27,453 | $2,288 | $13.20 | 52,299 |
Top companies hiring pool attendants now:
Which companies pay pool attendants the most?
Pool attendant salaries at Bunge and Ingredion are the highest-paying according to our most recent salary estimates. In addition, the average pool attendant salary at companies like Sonoco and Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants are highly competitive.
| Rank | Company | Average salary | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bunge | $40,502 | $19.47 |
| 2 | Ingredion | $36,898 | $17.74 |
| 3 | Sonoco | $33,243 | $15.98 |
| 4 | Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | $33,153 | $15.94 |
| 5 | HEI Hotels & Resorts | $33,089 | $15.91 |
| 6 | Point Loma Nazarene University | $32,996 | $15.86 |
| 7 | Hilton Grand Vacations | $32,053 | $15.41 |
| 8 | Hyatt Hotels | $32,046 | $15.41 |
| 9 | Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | $31,940 | $15.36 |
| 10 | Wyndham Hotels & Resorts | $31,733 | $15.26 |
| 11 | Capital City Club | $31,660 | $15.22 |
| 12 | City of Round Rock | $31,467 | $15.13 |
| 13 | WestRock | $31,320 | $15.06 |
| 14 | Irvine | $30,983 | $14.90 |
| 15 | Trinity Health | $30,747 | $14.78 |
| 16 | Atkore International | $30,738 | $14.78 |
| 17 | Highmark | $30,721 | $14.77 |
| 18 | J.F. Shea Co | $29,530 | $14.20 |
| 19 | North Arkansas Regional Medical Center | $29,274 | $14.07 |
| 20 | Montage Hotels & Resorts | $29,240 | $14.06 |
Wage gap by gender, race and education
Pool attendant salary trends
The average pool attendant salary has risen by $6,583 over the last ten years. In 2014, the average pool attendant earned $20,092 annually, but today, they earn $26,675 a year. That works out to a 23% change in pay for pool attendants over the last decade.
Compare pool attendant salaries for cities or states with the national average over time.
Average pool attendant salary over time
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Pool attendant salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,700 | $12.82 | +5.6% |
| 2024 | $25,200 | $12.10 | +4.7% |
| 2023 | $24,000 | $11.53 | +5.4% |
| 2022 | $22,700 | $10.91 | +4.3% |
| 2021 | $21,700 | $10.44 | +4.4% |
Recently added pool attendant salaries
| Company | Job | Location | Date added | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma | Pool Attendant | Durant, OK | 06/29/2025 | $26,088 |
| Hilton Worldwide | Pool Attendant (Seasonal) Sombra + Cantina-Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club | Dana Point, CA | 06/28/2025 | $37,566 |
| Accorhotel | Seasonal Pool Attendant | Santa Monica, CA | 06/28/2025 | $53,490 |
| Hilton | Pool Attendant, Housekeeping-Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace | Orlando, FL | 06/27/2025 | $35,479 |
| Morgan Properties | Pool Attendant | Watertown, NY | 06/27/2025 | $35,479 |
| Hays CISD (Tx | Sub Pool-Peims/Attendance | Kyle, TX | 06/27/2025 | $30,001 |
| The Habitat Company | Pool Attendant Temp | Chicago, IL | 06/26/2025 | $35,479 |
| Firstservice Corporation | Pool Attendant | Miami, FL | 06/26/2025 | $39,444 |
| Pyramid Global Hospitality | Pool Attendant | Santa Cruz, CA | 06/26/2025 | $37,044 |
| Hays CISD | Sub Pool-Peims/Attendance | Nome, TX | 06/26/2025 | $30,001 |
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