Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Colorado
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Colorado
Air Traffic Controllers in Colorado earn a median salary of $145,130 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +0.4% vs the national median of $144,580. An estimated 390 air traffic controllers are employed across Colorado, with salaries ranging from $117,770 to $172,490 depending on location.
$145,130
Avg median salary in Colorado
$172,490
Highest paying metro
$117,770
Lowest paying metro
390
Employed in Colorado
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inAir Traffic Controllers salaries by city in Colorado
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $172,490 | $82,370 | $201,180 | 310 |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $117,770 | $103,400 | $132,060 | 80 |