Air Traffic Controllers
SOC code 53-2021 · Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
National employment
22,510
Mean annual wage
$146,490
Mean hourly wage
$70.43
Median annual wage
$148,080
Median hourly wage
$71.19
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $78,420 | $37.70 |
| 25th percentile | $104,520 | $50.25 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $148,080 | $71.19 |
| 75th percentile | $190,570 | $91.62 |
| 90th percentile | $215,610 | $103.66 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.