Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Illinois
Ranked #3 of 43 · IL
12.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $164,200 ≈ $79/hr
Median annual salary $181,560
Employment 990
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $83,990P25 $117,500 Median $181,560P75 $209,440P90 $225,680
About 80% of air traffic controllerss in Illinois earn between $83,990 and $225,680. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean air traffic controllers salary in Illinois is $164,200, about 12.1% above the U.S. average ($146,490). That works out to roughly $79/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Illinois
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $189,780 | $174,320 | 850 |