Passenger Attendants Salary (2025)
Based on 27,110 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,970 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $31,240 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $37,720 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $41,680 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $46,590 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$28K
25th
$31K
Median
$38K
75th
$42K
90th
$47K
Highest Paying States for Passenger Attendants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $52,800 |
| District of Columbia | $49,260 |
| California | $44,840 |
| Kentucky | $42,950 |
| Washington | $42,900 |
| Massachusetts | $42,580 |
| Virginia | $42,370 |
| New Jersey | $42,320 |
| Hawaii | $42,140 |
| New York | $41,460 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Passenger Attendants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $52,800 per year, while New York has an average of $41,460 — a difference of $11,340. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Passenger Attendants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 27,110 workers were employed as Passenger Attendantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $37,820 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-6061