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Ski instructor salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Ski Instructor make in the United States?

Average base salary

$19.48
Average $19.48
Low $12.06
High $31.46

The average salary for a ski instructor is $19.48 per hour in the United States. 246 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated November 9, 2026).

Ski Instructor job openings in United States

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Ski/Snowboard Instructor
Timber Ridge Ski Area4.3out of 5 stars.
Gobles, MI
$12.48 - $13.75 an hour
Part-time
3 days ago

Highest paying companies for Ski Instructor in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Powder Mountain
 
$108,160per year
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Private Duty In-Home Care
 
$104,000per year
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Confidential
 
$104,000per year
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MasterBrand Cabinets
 
$95,025per year
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The Hermitage Club
 
$66,352per year
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Aspen Skiing Company
 
$63,113per year
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Highest paying cities for Ski Instructors near United States

  1. Crested Butte, CO
    $26.70 per hour
  2. Wilmington, VT
    $26.44 per hour
  3. Angel Fire, NM
    $24.73 per hour
  4. Truckee, CA
    $23.57 per hour
  5. Mammoth Lakes, CA
    $23.29 per hour

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Ski Instructor

The average salary for a Ski Instructor is $19.48 per hour in the United States. This figure is based on 246 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on November 9, 2026.

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Ski Instructor salaries typically range between a low of $12.06 and a high of $31.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Ski Instructor include Crested Butte, CO at $26.70 per hour, Wilmington, VT at $26.44 per hour, and Angel Fire, NM at $24.73 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Ski Instructor include Powder Mountain ($108,160 per year) and Private Duty In-Home Care ($104,000 per year).