For many, flight attendants are simply the people who pass out your free in-flight drink and snack bag.

But, in reality, a flight attendant is so much more than a server.

News & World Report, the average salary for a flight attendant is $59,050 as of 2020.

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The highest-paid attendants make about $71,550 a year and the lowest-paid attendants make about $43,000 a year.

Overall, though, Indiana, Massachusetts, and North Carolina pay their flight attendants the best.

But it’s not always just about the salary.

flight attendant holding champagne

To become a flight attendant you will need to pass certain tests and complete certain requirements.

But often, the good can outweigh the bad.

flight attendants taking a selfie