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US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Duluth, MN · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Ghost Tour - Tour Guide

Chicago, IL · On-site

$35 - $75/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Duluth, MN · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Durango, CO · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Durango, CO · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

KY · On-site

$35 - $75/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Atchison, KS · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$35 - $75/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide- Ghost Tour

Alexander, AR · On-site

$35 - $75/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Salem, OH · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Bethany, OK · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide- Ghost Tour

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$50 - $150/day

Ghost Tour Guide Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ...

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Bethany, OK · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Wichita, KS · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

US Ghost Adventures

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

Salem, OH · On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide!

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How much do ghost tour guide jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for ghost tour guide in the United States is $18.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Ghost Tour Guide job?

A Ghost Tour Guide leads groups on walking tours to haunted or historic locations, sharing spooky stories, legends, and paranormal lore. They provide engaging storytelling, historical context, and sometimes theatrical elements to create a thrilling experience. The role requires strong public speaking skills, knowledge of local history, and the ability to entertain and educate guests.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ghost Tour Guide position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ghost Tour Guide, you need a strong background in storytelling, local history, public speaking, and customer service. Familiarity with audio equipment, booking software, and potentially first aid certification can also be helpful. Adaptability, enthusiasm, and the ability to engage diverse audiences are outstanding soft skills in this role. These skills ensure memorable, engaging tours that both entertain and inform participants while maintaining safety and group cohesion.

What are the typical challenges Ghost Tour Guides face on the job?

Ghost Tour Guides often encounter challenges such as unpredictable weather conditions, managing large or energetic groups, and addressing varying guest expectations. Navigating busy city streets or historic sites safely while keeping the tour engaging and on schedule can require quick thinking and flexibility. Additionally, guests may ask difficult or skeptical questions, so guides need to be well-prepared and confident in handling inquiries. Overcoming these challenges is a normal part of the role and helps guides develop their skills and reputation, leading to greater job satisfaction and advancement opportunities.

How much do you get paid to be a ghost hunter?

Ghost tour guides, who often act as ghost hunters during themed tours, typically earn between $10 and $20 per hour, with some earning higher based on experience and location. Compensation can also include tips from guests and may vary depending on the employer and tour length.
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Infographic showing various Ghost Tour Guide job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 8% As Needed, 75% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,124 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Tour Guide - Ghost Tour

US Ghost Adventures

Duluth, MN • On-site

$35 - $70/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description


Are you brave enough to be a ghost tour guide? Ready to share incredible experiences in your city as you bewitch and enchant audiences? Then embrace the shadows and become our next ghost tour guide! 

Our passion at US Ghost Adventures is enchanting storytelling. We specialize in dark, forgotten, and secret history. We are looking for creatives, history buffs, true crime junkies, and paranormal enthusiasts willing to dive deeper into the dark side of humanity. We thrive on igniting a sense of wonder in every guest on our ghost tours, and as a ghost tour guide you will weave enthralling stories as you lead tours down the ghastly streets of your city.

Ghost Tour Guide Pay & Benefits:

  • $50- $150 a day/night (including tips) - this depends on the number of tours given
  • TIPS!! These can range from $20 to over $100 for a 1-2 hour tour
  • Cash bonuses for good reviews
  • Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country
  • Flexible schedules, fun part-time work, ability to earn tips in addition to pay
  • The chance to get to know your city and meet a lot of fun people from all over the country!

To learn more about our Ghost Tour Guide here is a short video:


Ghost Tour Guide Requirements
  • Qualified candidates should be skilled in public speaking
  • Applicants should reside near downtown (within 25 miles) and have reliable transportation
  • Applicants should be passionate about storytelling and history

US Ghost Adventures offers entertaining, historic, and authentic ghost tours of the United States' most haunted cities – over 100 cities and counting! We aim to deliver fun yet honest accounts of the hauntings that are so prevalent nationwide. While our stories are derived from historic research, a ghost tour wouldn’t be the same without the ghost stories from our guide network across the country.
 

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