RankingsSouthwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines

#18

"Building the future of transportation"

Transportation Dallas, TX 66,000 employees Founded 1967 Hybrid

Southwest Airlines is a leading enterprise transportation company headquartered in Dallas, TX. Founded in 1967, the company employs 66,000 people and is recognized for its commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace excellence.

98

Overall Score

Stable
CEO Approval99%
Recommend99%
Positive Outlook99%
Interview Difficulty4.1/5

Score Breakdown

Performance Radar

CultureCompensationBenefitsWork-Life BalanceCareer GrowthDiversity & InclusionInnovationLeadershipRemote Friendliness0255075100

Dimension Scores

Culture99
Compensation95
Benefits99
Work-Life Balance99
Career Growth99
Diversity & Inclusion97
Innovation99
Leadership99
Remote Friendliness99

Ranking History

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Salary Ranges

Operations Coordinator

$50KMedian: $63K$76K

Logistics Manager

$77KMedian: $103K$119K

Fleet Manager

$62KMedian: $85K$103K

VP Operations

$132KMedian: $194K$238K

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) Match

Up to 3% match

Paid Parental Leave

24 weeks paid

Remote Work

Stock Options/RSUs

Unlimited PTO

Flexible time off policy

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $20,000/year

Mental Health Support

Gym/Wellness Stipend

Free Meals/Snacks

Sabbatical Program

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Professional Development

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Reviews

"Leadership is strong and has a clear vision for the future."

Quinn C.

Finance Manager · Nov 2025

"Management is transparent and values employee feedback."

Taylor J.

Marketing Manager · Feb 2025

"Remote work policy is flexible and well-implemented."

Finley D.

Data Analyst · Apr 2025

Awards & Recognition

Best for Diversity

Fast Company · 2024

Best Compensation

Great Place to Work · 2026

Employee Choice Award

Fast Company · 2025

99%

CEO Approval

Bob Jordan

99%

Recommend

Would recommend

99%

Positive Outlook

Business outlook

4.1/5

Interview

Difficulty rating