Passenger Attendants pay in California
In California, the median pay for passenger attendants is $20.84 an hour ($43,340 a year). About 2,810 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($37,720). California ranks 5th of 30 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for passenger attendants in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.58 | $34,480 |
| 25% of workers | $17.82 | $37,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.84 | $43,340 |
| 75% of workers | $24.14 | $50,210 |
| 90% of workers | $27.93 | $58,100 |
Passenger Attendants pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont | $44,800 | 510 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara | $43,580 | 120 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $39,460 | 1,200 |
| San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad | $39,100 | 330 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara | $37,970 | 30 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom | $37,680 | 130 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $34,750 | 150 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for passenger attendants
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs | $44,730 |
| Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity | $67,130 |
| Parking Attendants | $38,060 |
| Flight Attendants | $82,170 |
| Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks | $49,420 |
| Baggage Porters and Bellhops | $40,040 |
| Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants | $46,560 |
| Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters | $69,950 |
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