How much does an air traffic controller make in Georgia?
$178,400a year
Median yearly pay for air traffic controllers in Georgia. That is $85.78 an hour or $14,870 a month.
- Hourly
- $85.78
- Vs. national median
- +20%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $90,940Median: $178,400Highest 10%: $217,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $90,940 | $43.72 | |
| 25th | $126,600 | $60.85 | |
| Median | $178,400 | $85.78 | |
| 75th | $198,100 | $95.25 | |
| 90th | $217,600 | $104.61 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $186,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for air traffic controllers.
| 1. Virginia | $191,800 |
| 2. Illinois | $181,600 |
| 3. Georgia | $178,400 |
| 4. Colorado | $177,400 |
| 5. Minnesota | $176,800 |
| 6. Texas | $170,100 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an air traffic controller make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $85.78 ($178,400 a year).
Do air traffic controllers make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $178,400 against $148,100 nationally, 20% more.
Where does Georgia rank for air traffic controller pay?
Georgia ranks 3 of 43 states.
Which city in Georgia pays air traffic controllers the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $186,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.