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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Flight Attendants salary in San Diego, California

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the San Diego metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026

2025 wage data not published for flight attendants in San Diego, California

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage estimates when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish a figure without revealing individual firm pay. The privacy redaction happens upstream, before the data reaches us.

BLS still reports an estimated 930 workers in this role in San Diego, California in 2025.

Use national figures and adjacent states below as a reference, or check BLS confidentiality rules for context.

Salary distribution

Where San Diego flight attendants fall on the wage curve.

Distribution not available

The Bureau of Labor Statistics suppresses wage percentiles for this occupation and state when the surveyed cell has too few employers to publish without revealing individual firm pay. National figures and adjacent states below remain a useful reference.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Short-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Public Safety and Security

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Speaking

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5
  • Speech Clarity

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5
  • Monitoring

    Cross-functional

    3.9 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Verify that first aid kits and other emergency equipment, including fire extinguishers and oxygen bottles, are in working order.

  2. 02

    Announce and demonstrate safety and emergency procedures, such as the use of oxygen masks, seat belts, and life jackets.

  3. 03

    Monitor passenger behavior to identify threats to the safety of the crew and other passengers.

  4. 04

    Walk aisles of planes to verify that passengers have complied with federal regulations prior to takeoffs and landings.

  5. 05

    Direct and assist passengers in emergency procedures, such as evacuating a plane following an emergency landing.

  6. 06

    Prepare passengers and aircraft for landing, following procedures.

  7. 07

    Administer first aid to passengers in distress.

  8. 08

    Determine special assistance needs of passengers, such as small children, the elderly, or persons with disabilities.

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Other metros in California

How the San Diego metro compares to other major California metro areas for flight attendants.

Frequently asked questions

What education is required for Flight Attendants?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the San Diego CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.