Hospitality & Tourism Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Flight Attendant Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median flight attendant salary in Aurora, IL is $60,572 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$60,572
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,188
Cost of Living
95%

Flight Attendant Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level flight attendant earns around $38,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $93,100 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$38,000
$-2,000 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$61,750
$-3,250 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$93,100
$-4,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $36,100
25th Percentile $45,600
Median (50th) $60,572
75th Percentile $80,750
90th Percentile $99,750

Flight Attendant Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$68,861
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$68,223
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$54,196
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$52,283
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Flight Attendant in Aurora

Education

Most flight attendant positions require a high school diploma. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Safety ProceduresCustomer ServiceFirst Aid/CPRConflict ResolutionCultural AwarenessCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, flight attendant employment is projected to grow 11% over the next decade (much faster than average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.