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Passenger Attendants

Median Salary
35,620
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Provide services to ensure the safety of passengers aboard ships, buses, trains, or within the station or terminal. Perform duties such as explaining the use of safety equipment, serving meals or beverages, or answering questions related to travel.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

49%

State and local government

41%

Private not for profit

6%

Federal Government

3%

Self-employed

1%

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$21,930

10%

$35,620

Median

$55,520

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    82%

  • Less than high school

    15%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    2%

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Transportation
  • English Language
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Psychology

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.