The average wage for a motivational speaker in the United States is around $26.65 per hour.
Avg Wage
Motivational speakers earn an average hourly wage of $26.65.
Salaries typically start from $16.38 per hour and go up to $104.75 per hour.
150% above national average Updated in 2018
Motivational speaker earnings by seniority
Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.
How do motivational speaker salaries compare to similar careers?
Motivational speakers earn 101% more than similar careers in the United States.
| Career | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Talent agent salary | $66K |
| Talent director salary | $72K |
| Singer salary | $59K |
| Music artist salary | $59K |
Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)