Flight Attendant Salary in Colorado: $60,865 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Colorado's 32 metropolitan areas, the average median flight attendant pay sits at $60,865/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 53-2031. Because Colorado sits at BEA RPP 105.0 (5% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $57,967 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Colorado Springs ($69,371), Arvada ($68,357), Thornton ($67,807).
In 2026, flight attendant salaries in Colorado are projected to average $60,865, which is 5.7% lower than the national median of $64,527. Colorado Springs ranks as the highest-paying city in the state with an average salary of $70,405, while Aurora offers the lowest at $59,060, resulting in a salary gap of $11,345. This disparity can be attributed to cost of living, the presence of major airlines, and competition for positions in different metro areas. In terms of licensing and employment, Colorado adheres to standard airline regulations, with no specific state licensing required for flight attendants, but adherence to federal guidelines is mandatory. The job market shows an annual growth rate of 1.49% for flight attendants, reflecting stable demand due to ongoing travel sector recovery. The top cities for projected salaries include Arvada at $69,376, Thornton at $68,817, Westminster at $68,133, and Pueblo at $68,127, indicating a concentration of positions in the Front Range. With over 7,504 flight attendants actively employed statewide, the outlook remains positive as air travel continues to rebound.
Colorado Flight Attendant Salary Range
Overall salary range in Colorado: $31,979 (lowest entry-level) to $109,127 (highest top earner)
Colorado vs National Average
Colorado flight attendants earn 5.68% less than the national median ($-3,662/year difference).
Colorado Flight Attendant Salary Distribution (2026)
Flight Attendant salaries in Colorado range from $32,498 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $97,541 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $60,865. The Colorado median is $3,662 below the US national median of $64,527. The average hourly rate is $29.27/hr. Approximately 7,504 flight attendants are employed across 32 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$50,280
2025 BLS Actual
$59,971
2026 Current Est.
$60,865
2019–2027 Growth
+22.9%
Salary Trajectory for Flight Attendants in Colorado (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 1.49% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $50,280 | Actual |
| 2020 | $47,170 | Actual |
| 2021 | $49,930 | Actual |
| 2022 | $59,410 | Actual |
| 2023 | $50,120 | Actual |
| 2024 | $61,810 | Actual |
| 2025 | $59,971 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $60,865 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $61,772 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Colorado metropolitan area, the median flight attendant salary grew 19.3% from $50,280 (2019) to $59,971 (2025). At a 1.49% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $61,772 by 2027 — a total increase of $11,492 (22.86%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Colorado metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 1.49% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Colorado
Lowest Paying Cities in Colorado
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Aurora | $59,060 |
| Denver | $60,387 |
| Centennial | $60,940 |
| Golden | $62,362 |
| Evans | $62,748 |
Best Value Cities for Flight Attendants in Colorado
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Colorado cities offer the most purchasing power for flight attendants.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs | $70,405 | 105 | $67,052 |
| Arvada | $69,376 | 105 | $66,072 |
| Thornton | $68,817 | 105 | $65,540 |
| Westminster | $68,133 | 105 | $64,889 |
| Pueblo | $68,127 | 105 | $64,883 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Colorado
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $32,498 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $60,865 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $97,541 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Colorado metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 32 Cities in Colorado
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colorado Springs | $70,405 |
| 2 | Arvada | $69,376 |
| 3 | Thornton | $68,817 |
| 4 | Westminster | $68,133 |
| 5 | Pueblo | $68,127 |
| 6 | Boulder | $68,127 |
| 7 | Lakewood | $67,804 |
| 8 | Greeley | $67,251 |
| 9 | Parker | $67,159 |
| 10 | Fort Collins | $67,131 |
| 11 | Erie | $67,038 |
| 12 | Windsor | $66,870 |
| 13 | Castle Rock | $66,741 |
| 14 | Broomfield | $66,720 |
| 15 | Longmont | $66,698 |
| 16 | Englewood | $66,187 |
| 17 | Commerce City | $65,727 |
| 18 | Lafayette | $65,572 |
| 19 | Loveland | $65,469 |
| 20 | Wheat Ridge | $65,193 |
| 21 | Brighton | $64,583 |
| 22 | Littleton | $64,367 |
| 23 | Fountain | $64,330 |
| 24 | Northglenn | $64,268 |
| 25 | Steamboat Springs | $63,890 |
| 26 | Durango | $63,487 |
| 27 | Louisville | $63,116 |
| 28 | Evans | $62,748 |
| 29 | Golden | $62,362 |
| 30 | Centennial | $60,940 |
| 31 | Denver | $60,387 |
| 32 | Aurora | $59,060 |
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Written by Emily Johnson, AFA-CWA
Career Analyst
Emily Johnson has 10 years of experience as a flight attendant. She specializes in passenger safety and service. She has worked for major airlines in the United States.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 1.49% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 flight attendant compensation across Colorado. State averages are employment-weighted across 32 metro areas — larger metro areas with more flight attendantscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.49%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for flight attendants (SOC 53-2031).
Compiled and verified by Emily Johnson, AFA-CWA, a licensed flight attendant with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov