Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Tennessee
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Tennessee
Air Traffic Controllers in Tennessee earn a median salary of $135,900 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -6% vs the national median of $144,580. An estimated 100 air traffic controllers are employed across Tennessee, with salaries ranging from $121,580 to $150,220 depending on location.
$135,900
Avg median salary in Tennessee
$150,220
Highest paying metro
$121,580
Lowest paying metro
100
Employed in Tennessee
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inAir Traffic Controllers salaries by city in Tennessee
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $150,220 | $121,470 | $168,730 | 60 |
| Clarksville, TN-KY | $121,580 | $113,830 | $135,470 | 40 |