Flight Attendants Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for flight attendants in the United States was $63,580 (— per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $35,110 | — |
| 25th | $51,760 | — |
| Median | $63,580 | — |
| 75th | $95,640 | — |
| 90th | $136,430 | — |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 53-2031
- Total U.S. employment: 131,650
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
A closer look
The mean wage of $77,440 sits 21.8% above the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average up.
With approximately 131,650 flight attendants employed, this is a major occupation in the labor market.
Flight Attendants Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $61,780 | — | -2.8% | 4,590 |
| California | $82,170 | — | +29.2% | 15,840 |
| Colorado | $59,500 | — | -6.4% | 7,110 |
| Connecticut | $78,180 | — | +23.0% | 250 |
| Florida | $47,320 | — | -25.6% | 13,220 |
| Georgia | $78,320 | — | +23.2% | 0 |
| Idaho | $62,200 | — | -2.2% | 0 |
| Illinois | $62,120 | — | -2.3% | 9,350 |
| Massachusetts | $61,510 | — | -3.3% | 4,390 |
| Michigan | $62,490 | — | -1.7% | 0 |
| Minnesota | $61,230 | — | -3.7% | 4,050 |
| Nevada | $51,800 | — | -18.5% | 4,040 |
| New York | $126,650 | — | +99.2% | 12,060 |
| Ohio | $62,440 | — | -1.8% | 990 |
| Oregon | $61,480 | — | -3.3% | 980 |
| Pennsylvania | $39,520 | — | -37.8% | 2,290 |
| Texas | $58,220 | — | -8.4% | 13,470 |
| Utah | $82,730 | — | +30.1% | 2,490 |
| Virginia | — | — | — | 3,900 |
| Washington | $74,090 | — | +16.5% | 0 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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- Registered Nurses — $97,550/yr
- Cashiers — $32,880/yr
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand — $40,240/yr
- Stockers and Order Fillers — $37,330/yr
- Customer Service Representatives — $44,770/yr
- Office Clerks, General — $45,010/yr
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for flight attendants?
The median annual wage for flight attendants is $63,580 (— per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays flight attendants the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many flight attendants are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 131,650 flight attendants employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do flight attendants make per hour?
The median hourly wage is —. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.