Air Traffic Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Air Traffic Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Traffic Assistant in the United States is $47,025 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, an Air Traffic Assistant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $55,505
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $43,301 to $51,464
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,910
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Air Traffic Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $51,464 $4,289 $990 $25
Average $47,025 $3,919 $904 $23
25th Percentile $43,301 $3,608 $833 $21
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Key Factors That Influence Air Traffic Assistant Salaries

An Air Traffic Assistant's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Air Traffic Assistant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Air Traffic Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $52,067.
  • California: $51,869.
  • Massachusetts: $51,178.

Top Paying Cities for Air Traffic Assistants

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $59,313
  • San Francisco: $58,664
  • Oakland: $57,427

What Skills Can Increase an Air Traffic Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 3.4% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Inventory Control (Mentioned in 3.31% Job Postings): Inventory control or stock control can be broadly defined as "the activity of checking a shop’s stock." However, a more focused definition takes into account the more science-based, methodical practice of not only verifying a business' inventory but also focusing on the many related facets of inventory management (such as forecasting future demand) "within an organisation to meet the demand placed upon that business economically." Other facets of inventory control include supply chain management, production control, financial flexibility, and customer satisfaction. At the root of inventory control, however, is the inventory control problem, which involves determining when to order, how much to order, and the logistics (where) of those decisions. An extension of inventory control is the inventory control system. This may come in the form of a technological system and its programmed software used for managing various aspects of inventory problems , or it may refer to a methodology (which may include the use of technological barriers) for handling loss prevention in a business.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 1.57% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Commitment 3.4%
Inventory Control 3.31%
ERP 1.57%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Air Traffic Assistant's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Communicates Effectively: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$52,198
11%
Coordination
$50,317
7%
Communicates Effectively
$50,317
7%
Purchasing
$50,317
7%
Written Communication
$49,847
6%
ERP
$49,847
6%
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Air Traffic Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Air Traffic Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Air Traffic Assistant positions in Telecom or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Air Traffic Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Air Traffic Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities$56,430$27.020%
Pharmaceuticals$56,430$27.020%
Construction$54,079$26.015%
Aerospace & Defense$51,728$25.010%
Media$51,728$25.010%

How Education impacts an Air Traffic Assistant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Air Traffic Assistants enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Air Traffic Assistant with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $45,466 and $48,159).

Air Traffic Assistant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Air Traffic Assistant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 76.4%
Associates 12.7%
Bachelors 9.1%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Air Traffic Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Air Traffic Assistant's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Air Traffic Assistant

Salaries for an Air Traffic Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $49,476 in 2023 to around $48,105 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Air Traffic Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Air Traffic Assistant Over Time

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$49,476
2024
$48,530
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    Columbus, OH

    LAZ Parking | Columbus, OH

    LAZ Parking - - Responsibilities: Monitor on-street parking meters for violations and enforce parking ordinances according to policies. Issue City/Municipa... more

    8 Days Ago

  • AWP Safety

    Columbus, OH

    AWP Safety | Columbus, OH

    AWP Safety - - Responsibilities: Setting up cones, signs, and barricades and taking traffic control equipment down. Using a stop/slow paddle to guide traff... more

    8 Days Ago

  • RoadSafe Traffic Systems

    Columbus, OH

    RoadSafe Traffic Systems | Columbus, OH

    Traffic Control Flagger. RoadSafe Traffic Systems is the largest national provider of traffic safety products and services in the United States. RoadSafe s... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Traffic Management, Inc

    Columbus, OH

    Traffic Management, Inc | Columbus, OH

    Traffic Controller- Columbus. Columbus Branch - Columbus, OH 43207. Overview. Salary Range $17.00 - $19.00 Hourly Category Traffic Controllers. Description... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Harrison Consulting Solutions

    Columbus, OH

    Harrison Consulting Solutions | Columbus, OH

    Job Description. Job Description. An industry leading multi-disciplinary team is looking for a Traffic Engineer/Project Manager for their Columbus, Ohio te... more

    9 Days Ago

  • MD Staff, LLC

    Columbus, OH

    MD Staff, LLC | Columbus, OH

    Emergency Medicine Physician Needed near Columbus, Ohio. An excellent opportunity for a full-time EM Physician to join an Emergency Department team near Co... more

    7 Days Ago

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FAQ about Air Traffic Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Air Traffic Assistant?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for Air Traffic Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

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