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Passenger Attendants Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Passenger Attendants make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$43,340
Median Annual Salary
▲
+6.0% vs 2024
$44,840
Mean Salary
$43,340
Median Salary
$20.84
Hourly Rate
2,810 people work as Passenger Attendants in California
Passenger Attendants salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Passenger Attendants in California earn a median salary of $43,340 per year ($3,611/month).
This is 19.1% above the national average of $36,396.
California ranks #5 out of 30 states for Passenger Attendants pay.
Approximately 2,810 people work in this occupation across California.
Salaries increased by 6.0% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Passenger Attendants
Provide services to ensure the safety of passengers aboard ships, buses, trains, or within the station or terminal. Perform duties such as explaining the use of safety equipment, serving meals or beverages, or answering questions related to travel.
Top Skills
Service Orientation
3.88
Active Listening
3.75
Speaking
3.75
Social Perceptiveness
3.75
Monitoring
3.25
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
3.71
English Language
3.52
Customer and Personal Service
3.23
Public Safety and Security
3.23
Psychology
2.51
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(82.2% of workers)
Salaries for Passenger Attendants in California range from $34,480 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $58,100 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $37,060 and $50,210.
Median $43,340
P10: $34,480P25: $37,060P75: $50,210P90: $58,100
10th
$34,480
25th
$37,060
Median
$43,340
75th
$50,210
90th
$58,100
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$34,480
$16.58
$2,873
25th Percentile
$37,060
$17.82
$3,088
Median (50th)
$43,340
$20.84
$3,611
75th Percentile
$50,210
$24.14
$4,184
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$58,100
$27.93
$4,841
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,840 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Passenger Attendants make in California?
The median annual salary for Passenger Attendants in California is $43,340 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,840.
What is the salary range for a Passenger Attendants in California?
Salaries for Passenger Attendants in California range from $34,480 at the 10th percentile to $58,100 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $37,060 and $50,210.
What is the starting salary for a Passenger Attendants in California?
Entry-level Passenger Attendants positions in California typically start around $34,480 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $37,060 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Passenger Attendants in California?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,810 people are employed as Passenger Attendants in California.
What is the hourly rate for a Passenger Attendants in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Passenger Attendants in California is approximately $20.84 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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