Flight Attendants Salary in California
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • California
Flight Attendants in California earn a median salary of $81,573 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +21.5% vs the national median of $67,130. An estimated 15,250 flight attendants are employed across California, with salaries ranging from $72,200 to $94,650 depending on location.
$81,573
Avg median salary in California
$94,650
Highest paying metro
$72,200
Lowest paying metro
15,250
Employed in California
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Flight Attendants salaries by city in California
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | $94,650 | $75,980 | $102,160 | 910 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $77,870 | $60,940 | $99,830 | 9,850 |
| San Francisco, CA | $72,200 | $59,860 | $102,440 | 4,490 |