Air Traffic Controllers Salary in New York
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • New York
Air Traffic Controllers in New York earn a median salary of $142,065 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -1.7% vs the national median of $144,580. An estimated 1,130 air traffic controllers are employed across New York, with salaries ranging from $104,040 to $180,090 depending on location.
$142,065
Avg median salary in New York
$180,090
Highest paying metro
$104,040
Lowest paying metro
1,130
Employed in New York
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Air Traffic Controllers salaries by city in New York
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY-NJ | $180,090 | $121,180 | $212,580 | 1,090 |
| Albany, NY | $104,040 | $82,390 | $119,750 | 40 |