Air Traffic Controllers Salary in New Mexico
Air Traffic Controllers in New Mexico earn a median of $148,550 a year, 0% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $148,550
- vs. U.S. median
- 0% ($148,080)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 350
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,400; the top 10% earn over $187,790. Nationally the range is $78,420 to $215,610.
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Air Traffic Controllers pay in New Mexico
How much do air traffic controllers make in New Mexico?
The median is $148,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,400 and the top 10% earn over $187,790. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for air traffic controllers?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 43 (0% vs. the national median of $148,080). Living costs are not included.