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Traffic controller salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Traffic Controller make in the United States?

Average base salary

$18.70
Average $18.70
Low $12.31
High $28.39

The average salary for a traffic controller is $18.70 per hour in the United States. 9.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 8, 2026).

Traffic Controller job openings in United States

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Traffic Control - Field Techni...
Helix Traffic Solutions, LLC
Lafayette, IN
$15 - $30 an hour
Full-time
5 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Traffic Controller in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
REEF Technology
 
$185,813per year
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STV Group
 
$176,288per year
Pacific Gas and Electric
 
$168,250per year
Elite Protection Services
 
$165,657per year
Insight Global
 
$152,500per year
Piper Companies
 
$140,000per year

Highest paying cities for Traffic Controllers near United States

  1. Frederick, CO
    $27.98 per hour
  2. Stratford, CT
    $21.84 per hour
  3. Tucson, AZ
    $18.90 per hour
  4. Columbus, OH
    $18.75 per hour
  5. Fairfax, VA
    $18.50 per hour

Where can a Traffic Controller earn more?

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