Public Safety & Aviation Careers
Median pay and job outlook for 5 public safety & aviation careers, from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data — ranked by median annual salary.
| Occupation | Median / yr | Median / hr | Job outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Traffic Controller | $148,080 | $71.19 | +1% Slower than average |
| Police Officer | $76,210 | $36.64 | +4% As fast as average |
| Flight Attendant | $63,580 | — | +11% Much faster than average |
| Firefighter | $59,280 | $28.50 | +4% As fast as average |
| Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | $44,470 | $21.38 | +5% Faster than average |
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