Amusement Park Workers

Though many entry-level amusement park employees earn minimum wage ($7.25 an hour, or $15,080 annually for full-time work) or slightly higher, weekly salaries will vary depending on the type and size of facility and its location. (Most amusement parks choose not to divulge salary information due to confidentiality reasons, though they do offer wages competitive with similar industries.) The U.S. Department of Labor reports that recreation workers of all types made a median annual salary of $34,410 in May 2023. The lowest paid 10 percent made less than $24,040, while the highest paid 10 percent made more than $49,690.

All employees, regardless of work status, are given free admission to their park, as well as discounts for food and merchandise. If a certain theme is needed for a ride or concession, parks usually will provide the proper uniform free of charge. Some facilities also reward employees with family tickets and employees-only nights at the park.

Full-time employees receive a standard benefits package consisting of paid vacation, sick time, and health insurance. Some parks may offer relocation assistance.