What are the main factors that influence an Air Traffic Control Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Air Traffic Control Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Air Traffic Control Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Air Traffic Control Manager's salary?

An Air Traffic Control Manager's salary grows with experience: a Traffic Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $83,166, a Air Traffic Control Manager (5+ years)earns $107,544, a Traffic Director (5+ years)earns $129,829,

What are the highest paying states for an Air Traffic Control Manager?

Air Traffic Control Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Air Traffic Control Manager roles are District of Columbia $116,786, California $116,343, Massachusetts $114,793. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Air Traffic Control Manager roles make?

Salaries for Air Traffic Control Manager level roles vary by specialization: Air Traffic Manager: $128,754; 94D - Air Traffic Control Equipment Repairer: $127,523; Air Traffic Control Instructor: $118,539; Air Traffic Control Associate: $110,800; Air Traffic Control Analyst: $103,650.

Air Traffic Control Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Air Traffic Control Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Traffic Control Manager in Delaware is $106,819 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $51.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $131,316
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $96,364 to $119,641
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,846

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Air Traffic Control Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,641	$9,970	$2,301	$58
Average	$106,819	$8,902	$2,054	$51
25th Percentile	$96,364	$8,030	$1,853	$46

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Key Factors That Influence Air Traffic Control Manager Salaries

An Air Traffic Control Manager'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 and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Air Traffic Control Manager 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 Control Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $116,786.
California: $116,343.
Massachusetts: $114,793.

District of Columbia $116,786 California $116,343 Massachusetts $114,793 Washington $114,371 New Jersey $114,329 Alaska $114,181 Connecticut $112,725 New York $112,135

Hawaii $110,247 Rhode Island $109,361 Maryland $108,759 Minnesota $107,937 Colorado $107,620 Illinois $107,515 Oregon $107,114 Delaware $106,819

New Hampshire $106,633 Virginia $106,217 Pennsylvania $105,004 Nevada $104,393 North Dakota $104,192 Michigan $103,876 Wisconsin $103,760 Vermont $103,528

Texas $102,884 Maine $102,842 Arizona $102,779 Ohio $102,705 Georgia $101,734 Indiana $101,249 Wyoming $101,154 Utah $101,007

Iowa $100,943 Kansas $100,437 Louisiana $100,289 North Carolina $100,237 Missouri $100,216 Florida $99,804 Montana $99,583 Nebraska $99,372

Kentucky $99,256 South Carolina $98,834 Tennessee $98,570 Idaho $98,465 New Mexico $97,695 Oklahoma $97,526 Alabama $96,904 South Dakota $95,859

Arkansas $95,290 West Virginia $94,984 Mississippi $94,066

Top Paying Cities for Air Traffic Control Managers

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:

Lincoln: $106,338
Little Creek: $107,116
Magnolia: $106,962

Lincoln, DE $106,338 Little Creek, DE $107,116 Magnolia, DE $106,962 Milford, DE $106,608 Marydel, DE $106,783 Millsboro, DE $105,891 Millville, DE $106,055 Milton, DE $106,238

Nassau, DE $106,315 Ocean View, DE $106,037 Rehoboth Beach, DE $106,241 Seaford, DE $106,301 Selbyville, DE $105,861 Smyrna, DE $107,190 Viola, DE $106,696 Woodside, DE $106,983

Bear, DE $106,736 Newark, DE $106,696 Claymont, DE $106,915 Delaware City, DE $106,803 Hockessin, DE $106,687 Kirkwood, DE $106,783 Middletown, DE $106,824 Montchanin, DE $106,711

New Castle, DE $106,727 Odessa, DE $106,877 Port Penn, DE $106,948 Rockland, DE $106,722 Saint Georges, DE $106,790 Townsend, DE $106,955 Winterthur, DE $106,734 Lewes, DE $106,280

Wilmington, DE $106,692 Dover, DE $107,116 Dover Afb, DE $106,552 Bethany Beach, DE $105,925 Bethel, DE $106,035 Bridgeville, DE $106,285 Camden Wyoming, DE $106,814 Cheswold, DE $107,081

Clayton, DE $107,084 Dagsboro, DE $105,851 Delmar, DE $105,682 Ellendale, DE $106,002 Felton, DE $106,599 Fenwick Island, DE $105,875 Frankford, DE $105,690 Frederica, DE $106,705

Georgetown, DE $105,811 Greenwood, DE $106,302 Harbeson, DE $105,924 Harrington, DE $106,464 Hartly, DE $106,795 Houston, DE $106,312 Kenton, DE $107,090 Laurel, DE $105,748

Yorklyn, DE $106,718

Air Traffic Control Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Air Traffic Control Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Air Traffic Control Manager positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Air Traffic Control Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Air Traffic Control Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$149,546	$72.0	40%
Financial Services	$138,864	$67.0	30%
Biotechnology	$128,182	$62.0	20%

Air Traffic Control Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Air Traffic Control Manager'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 July 01, 2026

$96,364

Average $106,819/year

$119,641

$8,030

Average $8,902/month

$9,970

$1,853

Average $2,054/week

$2,301

$46

Average $51/hour

$58

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$119,641	$9,970	$2,301	$58
Average	$106,819	$8,902	$2,054	$51
25th Percentile	$96,364	$8,030	$1,853	$46

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