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 | $137,380 | $66.05 | +1% Slower than average |
| Police Officer | $72,280 | $34.75 | +4% As fast as average |
| Flight Attendant | $68,370 | $32.87 | +11% Much faster than average |
| Firefighter | $57,120 | $27.46 | +4% As fast as average |
| Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | $38,930 | $18.72 | +5% Faster than average |