Dispatchers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for dispatcherss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $55,410 ≈ $27/hr
National median salary $51,070
Total employment 305,300 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do dispatchers make in the U.S.?
The median dispatchers salary in the United States is $51,070 per year (mean $55,410), and about 80% earn between $36,370 and $78,830.
How much do dispatchers make per hour?
Roughly $27 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $55,410 and 2,080 work hours per year.