SOC 53-2021 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Air Traffic Controllers in Massachusetts is $172,051 per year ($82.72/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $144,581. The middle 50% earn between $120,369 and $221,951 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $250,391.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $43.53 | $90,543 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $57.87 | $120,369 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $82.72 | $172,051 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $106.71 | $221,951 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $120.38 | $250,391 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Air Traffic Controllers in Massachusetts is approximately $172,051, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $144,581.
Entry-level Air Traffic Controllers (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $90,543 per year. The 25th percentile is $120,369. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $250,391.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $144,581 vs $172,051 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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