What is the average hourly wage for Public Safety Telecommunicators?

The median hourly wage for Public Safety Telecommunicators is $22.66 per hour. This translates to approximately $47,140 per year working full-time.

What states pay Public Safety Telecommunicators the most?

Salaries for Public Safety Telecommunicators vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a public safety telecommunicator?

Typical education required: High school diploma.

Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary

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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$47,140

$22.66 / hour

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Salary Range

$24,984 - $81,081

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

105,080

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary by Percentile

$24,984 $81,081

10th pct Median: $47,140 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$24,984	$12.01
25th Percentile	$33,941	$16.32
50th (Median)	$47,140	$22.66
75th Percentile	$65,053	$31.28
90th (Top Earners)	$81,081	$38.98
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Public Safety Telecommunicators

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$62,225	$29.92
2	California (CA)	$58,925	$28.33
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$57,511	$27.65
4	New York (NY)	$57,511	$27.65
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$56,568	$27.20
6	Connecticut (CT)	$55,625	$26.74
7	Maryland (MD)	$55,625	$26.74
8	Hawaii (HI)	$54,211	$26.06
9	Alaska (AK)	$52,797	$25.38
10	Washington (WA)	$52,797	$25.38
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Public Safety Telecommunicators

Public Safety Telecommunicators work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: High school diploma

Job Outlook for Public Safety Telecommunicators

Projected Growth

-2%

2022-2032

▼ -2% (Little or no change)

Annual Job Openings

1,619,300

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Public Safety Telecommunicators make?

The median annual salary for Public Safety Telecommunicators is $47,140 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $24,984, while the top 10% earn $81,081 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Public Safety Telecommunicators?

Public Safety Telecommunicators earn a median hourly wage of $22.66 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $47,140 annually.

Is Public Safety Telecommunicators a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $47,140, Public Safety Telecommunicators represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Little or no change (-2% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Public Safety Telecommunicators need?

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.