How much does a Air Traffic Controller earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Air Traffic Controller in United States ranges from USD 83,250 to USD 91,625 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 275 job listings

Salary Guide

Air Traffic Controller Salary in United States

Based on 275 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$83,250 - $91,625

Median salary

$83,250 - $91,625

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$60K

25th percentile$75K

Median$83K

75th percentile$92K

90th percentile$105K

50% of professionals earn between $74,875 - $91,625 USD

The median salary is $83,250

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Air Traffic Controller

275 job openings

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The average salary for a Air Traffic Controller in United States is USD 83,250 - USD 91,625 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 87,438 per year, based on 275 active job listings.

The cities with the most Air Traffic Controller job opportunities in United States are Greenville, Redmond, Nashville, Atlanta, Beograd. Greenville leads with 10 job openings.

Explore 275 Air Traffic Controller job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.