Hotel and Motel Managers

Salary figures vary according to the worker's level of expertise, the type of lodging establishment, the duties involved, the size of the hotel or motel, and its location. General managers working in large urban areas can expect to have more responsibilities and higher compensation than those at smaller inns in rural areas.

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, lodging managers reported a median yearly income of $53,390 in May 2018. The lowest paid 10 percent earned less than $30,860 annually, and the highest paid 10 percent made more than $102,410 per year. Managers may receive bonuses of 20 to 25 percent of their base salary when conditions are favorable, such as during a strong economy and when managers have increased business. These bonuses can often boost earnings by thousands of dollars.

Managers receive paid vacation and sick days and other benefits, such as medical and life insurance, and pension or profit sharing plans. They may also receive free or discounted lodging, meals, parking, and laundry, as well as financial assistance with education.