Flight Attendant Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Flight Attendant Manager make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Attendant Manager in the United States is $62,192 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

However, a Flight Attendant Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $75,518
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $56,004 to $69,167
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $50,370

Key Factors That Influence Flight Attendant Manager Salaries

A Flight Attendant Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Flight Attendant Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flight Attendant Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $81,070
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $60,739
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $79,316
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $92,205
  • Expert (over 8 years): $290,384
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Retail Branch Trainer less than 1 year $81,070
Flight Attendant Manager 1-2 years $60,739
Branch Support Manager 2-4 years $79,316
Branch Operations Manager 5-8 years $92,205
VP of Retail Banking Operations over 8 years $290,384

Top Paying Cities for Flight Attendant Manager

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $78,443
  • San Francisco: $77,584
  • Oakland: $75,949

Flight Attendant Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Flight Attendant Manager roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Business Services, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Flight Attendant Manager positions in Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Flight Attendant Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Flight Attendant Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Business Services $74,630 $36.0 20%

How Education impacts a Flight Attendant Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Flight Attendant Manager professionals enter the field with a Associate's degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Flight Attendant Manager with a Associate's is between $63,315 and $67,654.

Flight Attendant Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Flight Attendant Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Degree 23.7%
High School 23.7%
Associate's Degree 15.8%
Bachelor's Degree 50%
Master's Degree or MBA 10.5%
JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent 0%

Flight Attendant Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Flight Attendant Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
  • Table View
Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$56,004
Average $62,192/year
$69,167
$4,667
Average $5,183/month
$5,764
$1,077
Average $1,196/week
$1,330
$27
Average $30/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $69,167 $5,764 $1,330 $33
Average $62,192 $5,183 $1,196 $30
25th Percentile $56,004 $4,667 $1,077 $27

Most common benefits for Flight Attendant Manager

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Flight Attendant Manager

Here are companies hiring for Flight Attendant Manager and their salaries, click below for more details.

Find Your Next Flight Attendant Manager Job

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    Crescent Hotels & Resorts | Columbus, OH

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    Kana Hotel Group | Columbus, OH

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    Ivy Hospitality | Columbus, OH

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  • ADP - RNOOID0027990193 | Columbus, OH

    ADP - RNOOID0027990193 | Columbus, OH

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  • Levy Restaurants | Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants | Columbus, OH

    Levy Restaurants - JobID: 6C68E87E1F376AA669AA38B7DCC6A692 [Service Attendant] As an Attendant at Levy, you'll: Ensure all food and beverage are properly d... more

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FAQ about Flight Attendant Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Flight Attendant Manager?

The Business Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Flight Attendant Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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