How much does an air traffic controller make in Virginia?
$191,800a year
Median yearly pay for air traffic controllers in Virginia. That is $92.22 an hour or $15,990 a month.
- Hourly
- $92.22
- Vs. national median
- +30%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $94,330Median: $191,800Highest 10%: $225,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $94,330 | $45.35 | |
| 25th | $140,500 | $67.54 | |
| Median | $191,800 | $92.22 | |
| 75th | $214,400 | $103.06 | |
| 90th | $225,700 | $108.50 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $174,900 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $119,200 |
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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an air traffic controller make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $92.22 ($191,800 a year).
Do air traffic controllers make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $191,800 against $148,100 nationally, 30% more.
Where does Virginia rank for air traffic controller pay?
Virginia ranks 1 of 43 states.
Which city in Virginia pays air traffic controllers the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $174,900 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.