Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Illinois
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 1 metro areas • Illinois
Air Traffic Controllers in Illinois earn a median salary of $184,930 per year on average across 1 metro and nonmetro areas, +27.9% vs the national median of $144,580. An estimated 840 air traffic controllers are employed across Illinois, with salaries ranging from $184,930 to $184,930 depending on location.
$184,930
Avg median salary in Illinois
$184,930
Highest paying metro
$184,930
Lowest paying metro
840
Employed in Illinois
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Air Traffic Controllers salaries by city in Illinois
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL-IN | $184,930 | $140,150 | $201,990 | 840 |