What is the average hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?

The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners is $24.84 per hour. This translates to approximately $51,660 per year working full-time.

What states pay Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners the most?

Salaries for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a meeting, convention, and event planner?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$51,660

$24.84 / hour

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Salary Range

$27,380 - $88,855

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

128,760

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary by Percentile

$27,380 $88,855

10th pct Median: $51,660 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$27,380	$13.16
25th Percentile	$37,195	$17.88
50th (Median)	$51,660	$24.84
75th Percentile	$71,291	$34.27
90th (Top Earners)	$88,855	$42.72
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$68,191	$32.78
2	California (CA)	$64,575	$31.05
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$63,025	$30.30
4	New York (NY)	$63,025	$30.30
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$61,992	$29.80
6	Connecticut (CT)	$60,959	$29.31
7	Maryland (MD)	$60,959	$29.31
8	Hawaii (HI)	$59,409	$28.56
9	Alaska (AK)	$57,859	$27.82
10	Washington (WA)	$57,859	$27.82
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the business finance sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

Projected Growth

+7%

2022-2032

▲ 7% (Faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

980,200

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make?

The median annual salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners is $51,660 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $27,380, while the top 10% earn $88,855 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners?

Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners earn a median hourly wage of $24.84 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $51,660 annually.

Is Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $51,660, Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Faster than average (7% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.