How much does an Air Traffic Controller make in CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Air Traffic Controller in California is $73,152. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $64,898 to $82,816, with most professionals earning between $57,384 and $91,614.

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What is an Air Traffic Controller?

Air traffic controllers often abbreviated ATC are personnel responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic in the global air traffic control system. Usually stationed in air traffic control centers and control towers on the ground, they monitor the position, speed, and altitude of aircraft in their assigned airspace visually and by radar, and give directions to the pilots by radio. The position of Air Traffic Controller is one that requires highly specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Controllers apply separation rules to keep aircraft at a safe distance from ...

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $69,484 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $70,917 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $72,992 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $69,431 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $67,819 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $72,037 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $69,577 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $66,055 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $80,991 Date Updated April 01, 2025
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $80,805 Date Updated April 01, 2025
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