As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Dispatcher in the US is $77,820, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,497 weekly, or $6,485 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Flight Dispatcher in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Flight Dispatcher in the US vary widely, spanning from $60,890 to $108,549. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,958) and 75th percentile ($93,905), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,549 per year. This $24,947 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Economics, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Flight Dispatcher often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 16 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Flight Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $60,890 US February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $68,958 US February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $77,820 US February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $93,905 US February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Dispatcher Salary $108,549 US February 01, 2026
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What is a Flight Dispatcher ?

A flight dispatcher (also known as an airline dispatcher, flight follower or flight operations officer) assists in planning flight paths, taking into account aircraft performance and loading, enroute winds, thunderstorm and turbulence forecasts, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions. Dispatchers also provide a flight following service and advise pilots if conditions change. They usually work in the operations center of the airline. In the United States and Canada, the flight dispatcher shares legal responsibility with the commander of the aircraft (joint responsibility dispatch system...

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