Air Traffic Controllers Salary in Nevada
Air Traffic Controllers in Nevada earn a median of $140,920 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $140,920
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($148,080)
- Rank among states
- 18 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 210
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $80,600; the top 10% earn over $200,160. Nationally the range is $78,420 to $215,610.
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Air Traffic Controllers pay in Nevada
How much do air traffic controllers make in Nevada?
The median is $140,920 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $80,600 and the top 10% earn over $200,160. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for air traffic controllers?
On pay alone it ranks 18 of 43 (−5% vs. the national median of $148,080). Living costs are not included.