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

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

How does experience change An Air Traffic Controller's salary?

An Air Traffic Controller's salary grows with experience: a Contact Center Traffic and Scheduling Analyst I (0-2 years)earns $53,628, a Air Traffic Controller (2-4 years)earns $59,457, a Contact Center Traffic and Scheduling Analyst III (4-7 years)earns $74,901, a Contact Center Traffic and Scheduling Supervisor (7+ years)earns $84,128, a Contact Center Traffic and Scheduling Manager (7+ years)earns $121,583,

What are the highest paying states for an Air Traffic Controller?

Air Traffic Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Air Traffic Controller roles are District of Columbia $65,683, California $65,434, Massachusetts $64,562. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Air Traffic Controller roles make?

Salaries for Air Traffic Controller level roles vary by specialization: Air Traffic Manager: $128,751; Air Controller: $86,676; Air Traffic Controller Specialist: $70,069; air traffic control: $61,992; Air Traffic Controller (15Q): $57,937.

Air Traffic Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Air Traffic Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Traffic Controller in Delaware is $60,077 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $76,192
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,440 to $68,512
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,308

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Air Traffic Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,512	$5,709	$1,318	$33
Average	$60,077	$5,006	$1,155	$29
25th Percentile	$54,440	$4,537	$1,047	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Air Traffic Controller Salaries

An Air Traffic Controller'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 Experience Level Affects Air Traffic Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Air Traffic Controller's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $53,628
Early Career (1-2 years): $59,457
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $74,901
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $84,128
Expert (over 8 years): $121,583

Levels	Salary
Contact C... Level Air Traffic Controller	$53,628
Air Traff... Level Air Traffic Controller	$59,457
Contact C... Level Air Traffic Controller	$74,901
Contact C... Level Air Traffic Controller	$84,128
Contact C... Level Air Traffic Controller	$121,583

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How Do Air Traffic Controller 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 Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $65,683.
California: $65,434.
Massachusetts: $64,562.

District of Columbia $65,683 California $65,434 Massachusetts $64,562 Washington $64,325 New Jersey $64,301 Alaska $64,218 Connecticut $63,399 New York $63,067

Hawaii $62,005 Rhode Island $61,507 Maryland $61,169 Minnesota $60,706 Colorado $60,528 Illinois $60,469 Oregon $60,243 Delaware $60,077

New Hampshire $59,973 Virginia $59,739 Pennsylvania $59,057 Nevada $58,713 North Dakota $58,600 Michigan $58,422 Wisconsin $58,357 Vermont $58,226

Texas $57,864 Maine $57,841 Arizona $57,805 Ohio $57,763 Georgia $57,218 Indiana $56,945 Wyoming $56,891 Utah $56,808

Iowa $56,773 Kansas $56,488 Louisiana $56,405 North Carolina $56,375 Missouri $56,363 Florida $56,132 Montana $56,008 Nebraska $55,889

Kentucky $55,824 South Carolina $55,586 Tennessee $55,438 Idaho $55,379 New Mexico $54,946 Oklahoma $54,851 Alabama $54,501 South Dakota $53,913

Arkansas $53,593 West Virginia $53,421 Mississippi $52,905

Top Paying Cities for Air Traffic Controllers

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: $62,177
Little Creek: $61,602
Magnolia: $61,857

Lincoln, DE $62,177 Little Creek, DE $61,602 Magnolia, DE $61,857 Milford, DE $62,177 Marydel, DE $61,370 Millsboro, DE $62,177 Millville, DE $62,592 Milton, DE $62,177

Nassau, DE $62,177 Ocean View, DE $62,592 Rehoboth Beach, DE $62,592 Seaford, DE $61,525 Selbyville, DE $62,592 Smyrna, DE $61,299 Viola, DE $61,857 Woodside, DE $61,679

Bear, DE $60,848 Newark, DE $60,872 Claymont, DE $60,920 Delaware City, DE $60,872 Hockessin, DE $60,920 Kirkwood, DE $60,872 Middletown, DE $61,175 Montchanin, DE $60,920

New Castle, DE $60,920 Odessa, DE $61,258 Port Penn, DE $60,706 Rockland, DE $60,920 Saint Georges, DE $60,872 Townsend, DE $61,169 Winterthur, DE $60,920 Lewes, DE $62,177

Wilmington, DE $60,920 Dover, DE $61,572 Dover Afb, DE $61,714 Bethany Beach, DE $62,592 Bethel, DE $61,525 Bridgeville, DE $62,177 Camden Wyoming, DE $61,637 Cheswold, DE $61,430

Clayton, DE $61,275 Dagsboro, DE $62,592 Delmar, DE $61,525 Ellendale, DE $62,177 Felton, DE $62,177 Fenwick Island, DE $62,592 Frankford, DE $62,592 Frederica, DE $62,177

Georgetown, DE $62,177 Greenwood, DE $62,177 Harbeson, DE $62,177 Harrington, DE $62,177 Hartly, DE $61,246 Houston, DE $62,177 Kenton, DE $61,275 Laurel, DE $61,525

Yorklyn, DE $60,920

Air Traffic Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Air Traffic Controller'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.

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$54,440

Average $60,077/year

$68,512

$4,537

Average $5,006/month

$5,709

$1,047

Average $1,155/week

$1,318

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$68,512	$5,709	$1,318	$33
Average	$60,077	$5,006	$1,155	$29
25th Percentile	$54,440	$4,537	$1,047	$26

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