How much does an air traffic controller make in Kansas?
$159,700a year
Median yearly pay for air traffic controllers in Kansas. That is $76.78 an hour or $13,310 a month.
- Hourly
- $76.78
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 9 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 430
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $82,060Median: $159,700Highest 10%: $199,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $82,060 | $39.45 | |
| 25th | $119,400 | $57.39 | |
| Median | $159,700 | $76.78 | |
| 75th | $181,300 | $87.18 | |
| 90th | $199,200 | $95.75 |
Cities in Kansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Kansas City, MO | $161,700 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for air traffic controllers.
| 6. Texas | $170,100 |
| 7. Washington | $162,600 |
| 8. California | $160,100 |
| 9. Kansas | $159,700 |
| 10. Indiana | $158,800 |
| 11. Hawaii | $158,700 |
| 12. Utah | $158,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an air traffic controller make an hour in Kansas?
The median hourly pay in Kansas is $76.78 ($159,700 a year).
Do air traffic controllers make more in Kansas than the national average?
Yes: $159,700 against $148,100 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Kansas rank for air traffic controller pay?
Kansas ranks 9 of 43 states.
Which city in Kansas pays air traffic controllers the most?
Kansas City, MO-KS, with a median of $161,700 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.