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Job outlook for air traffic supervisors in the United States
Air traffic supervisor job growth summary. After extensive research, interviews, and analysis, Zippia's data science team found that:
The projected air traffic supervisor job growth rate is 1% from 2018-2028.
About 100 new jobs for air traffic supervisors are projected over the next decade.
Air traffic supervisor salaries have increased 7% for air traffic supervisors in the last 5 years.
There are over 9,062 air traffic supervisors currently employed in the United States.
There are 3,587 active air traffic supervisor job openings in the US.
The average air traffic supervisor salary is $59,903.
Are air traffic supervisor jobs in demand?
Air traffic supervisor job and salary trends over time
Air traffic supervisor jobs over time
Air traffic supervisor job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 9,062 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 9,472 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 9,430 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 9,558 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 9,728 | 0.00% |
Average air traffic supervisor salary over time
Air traffic supervisor salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,903 | $28.80 | +6.0% |
| 2024 | $56,491 | $27.16 | --1.2% |
| 2023 | $57,203 | $27.50 | - |
| 2022 | $57,203 | $27.50 | +1.7% |
| 2021 | $56,224 | $27.03 | --0.4% |
Air traffic supervisor jobs by state
Most common states for air traffic supervisors
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 22 | 3% |
| 2 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 59 | 1% |
| 3 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 57 | 1% |
| 4 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 53 | 1% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 48 | 1% |
| 6 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 34 | 1% |
| 7 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 32 | 1% |
| 8 | Nevada | 2,998,039 | 23 | 1% |
| 9 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 16 | 1% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 11 | 1% |
| 11 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 9 | 1% |
| 12 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 7 | 1% |
| 13 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 4 | 1% |
| 14 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 35 | 0% |
| 15 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 30 | 0% |
| 16 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 18 | 0% |
| 17 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 15 | 0% |
| 18 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 9 | 0% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 3 | 0% |
| 20 | Vermont | 623,657 | 3 | 0% |
Air Traffic Supervisor job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of air traffic supervisor experts
York College of the City University of New York
Billy Metallinos
LecturerYork College of the City University of New York
Business & Economics Department (CUNY AVIATION INSTITUTE)
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Air Traffic Supervisors?
Billy Metallinos: It will be enduring in the aviation industry as long as Covid is rampant; however, the industry is very resilient and is already taking off, with more than 1.6 million passengers screened in the nations airports in a single day, a significant increase from under a millions during covids' initial onset. Airlines and airports have already started bringing back furloughed pilots and other workers which may point to graduates have as good a chance as any of securing an aviation related career.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Air Traffic Supervisors?
Billy Metallinos: Overall, becuase of the size and complexity of the national air space system, the demand for qualified personnel will remain ensuring a need for the current certifications, licenses, courses, and I would add perhaps even more are necessary to keep up with the dynamic needs and new technologies evolving in aviation.
What will help Air Traffic Supervisors increase their earning potential?
Billy Metallinos: The field of aviation requires safety overall, but it also requires persons who are generally highly trained in what they do. There are many steps to earning licenses and certifications in aviation and that is to ensure a rigorous learning process to maintain safety. To increase earing potential, students will have to work hard to earn those licenses and certifications, as well as continuing to take courses and instruction to remain current and proficient. Maintaining the highest standards in aviation is a great way to propel your earning potential and oneself within the industry.