Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Maryland
Air Traffic Controllers in Maryland earn a median of $131,290 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $131,290
- vs. U.S. median
- −11% ($148,080)
- Rank among states
- 22 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Maryland
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,600; the top 10% earn over $169,920. Nationally the range is $78,420 to $215,610.
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Air Traffic Controllers pay in Maryland
How much do air traffic controllers make in Maryland?
The median is $131,290 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $96,600 and the top 10% earn over $169,920. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Maryland a good state for air traffic controllers?
On pay alone it ranks 22 of 43 (−11% vs. the national median of $148,080). Living costs are not included.