Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Virginia
Air Traffic Controllers in Virginia earn a median salary of $101,655 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -29.7% vs the national median of $144,580. An estimated 180 air traffic controllers are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $86,390 to $116,920 depending on location.
$101,655
Avg median salary in Virginia
$116,920
Highest paying metro
$86,390
Lowest paying metro
180
Employed in Virginia
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Air Traffic Controllers salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA-NC | $116,920 | $94,100 | $127,280 | 90 |
| West Virginia | $86,390 | $77,070 | $98,690 | 90 |