What is the average hourly wage for Passenger Attendants?

The median hourly wage for Passenger Attendants is $15.91 per hour. This translates to approximately $33,090 per year working full-time.

What states pay Passenger Attendants the most?

Salaries for Passenger Attendants vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a passenger attendant?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Passenger Attendants Salary

Name: Passenger Attendants Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$33,090

$15.91 / hour

▲ 4% (Average)

Salary Range

$17,538 - $56,915

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

47,300

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Passenger Attendants Salary by Percentile

$17,538 $56,915

10th pct Median: $33,090 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$17,538	$8.43
25th Percentile	$23,825	$11.45
50th (Median)	$33,090	$15.91
75th Percentile	$45,664	$21.95
90th (Top Earners)	$56,915	$27.36
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Passenger Attendants

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$43,679	$21.00
2	California (CA)	$41,363	$19.89
3	New York (NY)	$40,370	$19.41
4	New Jersey (NJ)	$39,708	$19.09
5	Connecticut (CT)	$39,046	$18.77
6	Maryland (MD)	$39,046	$18.77
7	Hawaii (HI)	$38,054	$18.30
8	Alaska (AK)	$37,061	$17.82
9	Washington (WA)	$37,061	$17.82
10	Colorado (CO)	$35,737	$17.18
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Passenger Attendants

Passenger Attendants work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the transportation sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Passenger Attendants

Projected Growth

+4%

2022-2032

▲ 4% (Average)

Annual Job Openings

1,651,000

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Passenger Attendants make?

The median annual salary for Passenger Attendants is $33,090 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $17,538, while the top 10% earn $56,915 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Passenger Attendants?

Passenger Attendants earn a median hourly wage of $15.91 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $33,090 annually.

Is Passenger Attendants a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $33,090, Passenger Attendants represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Average (4% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Passenger Attendants need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.