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Baggage Porters and Bellhops in District of Columbia

Thinking about a career as a Baggage Porters and Bellhops in District of Columbia? Below are the key facts. Handle baggage for travelers at transportation terminals or for guests at hotels or similar establishments.

What do Baggage Porters and Bellhops Make in District of Columbia?

For baggage porters and bellhops working in District of Columbia, the typical annual salary is $39,140 per year (or about $18.82/hour).Annual wages span from $35,360 at the 10th percentile to $49,270 at the 90th percentile.

Wage Statistic	Annual	Hourly
10th percentile	$35,360	$17.00
25th percentile	$36,460	$17.53
Median (50th)	$39,140	$18.82
75th percentile	$44,830	$21.55
90th percentile	$49,270	$23.69

The job concentration index in District of Columbia compared to the national average — is 2.53, indicating that baggage porters and bellhops are more concentrated here than the national average.

National Wage Comparison

Nationally, baggage porters and bellhops earn a median of $53,277 per year ($25.61/hour), lower than the District of Columbia median.

Employment Outlook

Nationally, total employment in this occupation is 171,716 baggage porters and bellhops across the United States. In District of Columbia alone, approximately 360 people work in this role. That’s below the typical state, which employs around 400 baggage porters and bellhops.

Top District of Columbia Metros for Baggage Porters and Bellhops

These are the District of Columbia metros with the most baggage porters and bellhops in District of Columbia.

Metro Area	Number Employed	Annual Median Salary
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV	1,080	$36,970

Top States for Baggage Porters and Bellhops Employment

These states have the highest employment of baggage porters and bellhops work.

State	Number Employed
Florida	5,270
California	4,330
New York	4,320
Nevada	2,110
Illinois	1,510
Texas	1,460
Hawaii	970
Virginia	880
Colorado	710
Massachusetts	690
North Carolina	680
Georgia	570
Pennsylvania	560
Louisiana	560
Kentucky	500
New Jersey	480
Tennessee	480
Arizona	450
Washington	410
Maryland	410

Highest-Paying States for Baggage Porters and Bellhops

These states pay the most for baggage porters and bellhops.

State	Annual Median Salary
New York	$45,200
Kentucky	$42,480
Massachusetts	$42,240
Washington	$39,310
District of Columbia	$39,140
Wyoming	$39,060
California	$38,910
Oregon	$38,840
New Jersey	$38,650
Illinois	$38,560

Skills

Top baggage porters and bellhops skills, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Knowledge Areas

Important knowledge areas for this occupation, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Abilities

Key abilities for baggage porters and bellhops, rated on an importance scale of 0 to 5:

Daily Tasks

Day-to-day, baggage porters and bellhops typically:

• Receive and mark baggage by completing and attaching claim checks.
• Greet incoming guests and escort them to their rooms.
• Transport guests about premises and local areas, or arrange for transportation.
• Maintain clean lobbies or entrance areas for travelers or guests.
• Transfer luggage, trunks, and packages to and from rooms, loading areas, vehicles, or transportation terminals, by hand or using baggage carts.
• Supply guests or travelers with directions, travel information, and other information, such as available services and points of interest.
• Explain the operation of room features, such as locks, ventilation systems, and televisions.
• Assist travelers and guests with disabilities.
• Deliver messages and room service orders, and run errands for guests.
• Pick up and return items for laundry and valet service.
• Act as part of the security team at transportation terminals, hotels, or similar establishments.
• Compute and complete charge slips for services rendered and maintain records.

Work Activities

• Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
• Handling and Moving Objects
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
• Getting Information
• Assisting and Caring for Others
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
• Performing General Physical Activities
• Communicating with People Outside the Organization
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships

Tools & Technology

Software and systems commonly involved: Hot technologies: Microsoft Excel

Related Careers

Careers similar to baggage porters and bellhops include:

• Transportation Security Screeners
• Food Servers, Nonrestaurant
• Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers
• Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers
• Amusement and Recreation Attendants
• Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants

Also Known As

Airport Guide, Baggage Agent, Baggage Checker, Baggage Handler, Baggage Porter, Baggage Smasher, Baggageman, Bell Attendant, Bell Captain, Bell Clerk, Bell Person, Bell Staff, Bellhop, Bellman, Bellman Captain.

References

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — https://www.bls.gov/oes/
• O*NET Online — https://www.onetonline.org/
• BLS Employment Projections — https://www.bls.gov/emp/
• O*NET-SOC code: 39-6011.00