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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Lodging Managers salary in Buffalo, New York

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Buffalo metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$66,870
Mean annual$78,460
Range (10th to 90th)$36,850 to $136,810
Buffalo, New York employment200
State vs national-3.1% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Buffalo lodging managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$36,85025TH$58,250MEDIAN$66,87075TH$92,87090TH$136,810

The middle 50% of workers earn between $58,250 and $92,870, with a median of $66,870.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5
  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5
  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Service Orientation

    Technical

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services, and resolve occupants' complaints.

  2. 02

    Participate in financial activities, such as the setting of room rates, the establishment of budgets, and the allocation of funds to departments.

  3. 03

    Confer and cooperate with other managers to ensure coordination of hotel activities.

  4. 04

    Greet and register guests.

  5. 05

    Monitor the revenue activity of the hotel or facility.

  6. 06

    Meet with clients to schedule and plan details of conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions.

  7. 07

    Manage and maintain temporary or permanent lodging facilities.

  8. 08

    Train staff members.

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Other metros in New York

How the Buffalo metro compares to other major New York metro areas for lodging managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Lodging Managers in Buffalo, New York?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Lodging Managers in the Buffalo metropolitan area is $66,870.
Does Buffalo pay more than the New York state average for Lodging Managers?
The Buffalo metro median is -12.9% versus the New York state median of $76,740.
How does Buffalo compare to the national median for Lodging Managers?
The Buffalo metro median is -3.1% versus the BLS national figure of $68,989.
What is the salary range for Lodging Managers in Buffalo?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $36,850 and the 90th-percentile at $136,810 for the Buffalo metro area.
What education is required for Lodging Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Buffalo CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.