Transportation & Logistics Mobile, AL Pop. 187,041

Air Traffic Controller Salary in Mobile, Alabama

The median air traffic controller salary in Mobile, AL is $116,773 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.3% below the Alabama state average.

City Median
$116,773
vs State Avg
$-2,748
vs National
$-20,607
Cost of Living
85%

Air Traffic Controller Salary in Mobile by Experience

In Mobile, an entry-level air traffic controller earns around $72,250, while experienced professionals earn up to $161,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$72,250
$-12,750 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$119,000
$-21,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$161,500
$-28,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mobile, AL

Percentile Mobile
10th Percentile $69,700
25th Percentile $91,800
Median (50th) $116,773
75th Percentile $148,750
90th Percentile $168,300

Air Traffic Controller Salary in Other Alabama Cities

Huntsville, AL
$126,390
Pop. 216,963
Birmingham, AL
$123,642
Pop. 197,575
Tuscaloosa, AL
$120,894
Pop. 101,129
Montgomery, AL
$118,147
Pop. 200,603

How to Become a Air Traffic Controller in Mobile

Education

Most air traffic controller positions require a bachelor's degree. Mobile and the surrounding Alabama area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Radar SystemsCommunicationDecision MakingStress ManagementFAA RegulationsSituational Awareness

Job Outlook

Nationally, air traffic controller employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Mobile may vary based on local industry and population growth.