How much does an air traffic controller make in Washington?
$162,600a year
Median yearly pay for air traffic controllers in Washington. That is $78.16 an hour or $13,550 a month.
- Hourly
- $78.16
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 620
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $91,600Median: $162,600Highest 10%: $209,300
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $91,600 | $44.04 | |
| 25th | $112,200 | $53.92 | |
| Median | $162,600 | $78.16 | |
| 75th | $191,000 | $91.84 | |
| 90th | $209,300 | $100.61 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $175,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for air traffic controllers.
| 4. Colorado | $177,400 |
| 5. Minnesota | $176,800 |
| 6. Texas | $170,100 |
| 7. Washington | $162,600 |
| 8. California | $160,100 |
| 9. Kansas | $159,700 |
| 10. Indiana | $158,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an air traffic controller make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $78.16 ($162,600 a year).
Do air traffic controllers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $162,600 against $148,100 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Washington rank for air traffic controller pay?
Washington ranks 7 of 43 states.
Which city in Washington pays air traffic controllers the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $175,300 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.