Flight Attendants
Job Zone 2 - Some preparation needed
Monitor safety of the aircraft cabin. Provide services to airline passengers, explain safety information, serve food and beverages, and respond to emergency incidents.
Median pay: $63,580/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +9.2% projected growth, 2024–2034 — faster than average.
About 19,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Verify that first aid kits and other emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and oxygen bottles, are in working order.
• Announce and demonstrate safety and emergency procedures, such as the use of oxygen masks, seat belts, and life jackets.
• Monitor passenger behavior to identify threats to the safety of the crew and other passengers.
• Walk aisles of planes to verify that passengers have complied with federal regulations prior to takeoffs and landings.
• Direct and assist passengers in emergency procedures, such as evacuating a plane following an emergency landing.
• Prepare passengers and aircraft for landing, following procedures.
• Administer first aid to passengers in distress.
• Determine special assistance needs of passengers, such as small children, the elderly, or persons with disabilities.
What's the median pay for Flight Attendants?
The median pay for Flight Attendants is $63,580 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Flight Attendants?
Employment for Flight Attendants is projected to change +9.2% from 2024 to 2034 - faster than average.
What education is typically required for Flight Attendants?
Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent.
How many job openings are there each year for Flight Attendants?
About 19,800 openings per year, on average, over the decade.