Florida Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Florida. Prices in Florida were 3.4% above the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 103.4).
Metro Areas in Florida
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 114.2 | +14.2% |
| Florida (statewide) | 103.4 | +3.4% |
Top Paying Occupations in Florida
| Occupation | FL Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $133,180 | $159,670 | -$26,490 | Miami, FL |
| Software Developer | $130,980 | $135,980 | -$5,000 | Miami, FL |
| Financial Analyst | $94,490 | $102,740 | -$8,250 | Miami, FL |
| Registered Nurse | $84,190 | $97,550 | -$13,360 | Miami, FL |
| Electrician | $57,250 | $63,190 | -$5,940 | Miami, FL |
Salary by City — Florida
4Wages and Prices in Florida
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Florida: Miami. BEA's regional price parity for it is 114.2 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 103.4.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $133,180; in Miami, FL, the one metro area covered here, its median is $160,320.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Florida.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Florida
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $262,180 | $364,750 | 23,390 |
| Marketing Manager | $142,620 | $203,490 | 24,820 |
| HR Manager | $137,790 | $176,820 | 11,570 |
| Pharmacist | $135,970 | $154,470 | 21,540 |
| Lawyer | $133,180 | $196,100 | 55,210 |
| Network Engineer | $132,800 | $166,910 | 9,370 |
| Actuary | $132,110 | $165,610 | 1,300 |
| Sales Manager | $131,900 | $183,170 | 46,480 |
| Software Developer | $130,980 | $164,800 | 87,890 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,510 | $137,610 | 21,790 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $124,860 | $153,540 | 14,220 |
| Data Scientist | $115,820 | $140,210 | 10,240 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $115,820 | $140,210 | 10,240 |
| Construction Manager | $113,130 | $162,170 | 34,010 |
| Cloud Architect | $105,370 | $141,060 | 13,710 |
| Database Administrator | $104,120 | $136,240 | 3,810 |
| Operations Manager | $101,580 | $158,340 | 236,290 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $101,570 | $149,310 | — |
| Physical Therapist | $101,040 | $107,520 | 16,290 |
| Financial Advisor | $100,970 | $206,290 | 21,490 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $99,980 | $128,320 | 10,740 |
| Occupational Therapist | $99,360 | $104,830 | 10,650 |
| Civil Engineer | $98,570 | $128,450 | 23,750 |
| Project Manager | $98,070 | $128,640 | 76,370 |
| DevOps Engineer | $95,200 | $118,450 | 26,890 |
| Financial Analyst | $94,490 | $119,710 | 23,900 |
| Dental Hygienist | $91,980 | $96,060 | 11,980 |
| Business Analyst | $88,610 | $124,380 | 71,060 |
| Technical Writer | $86,240 | $103,810 | 2,550 |
| Registered Nurse | $84,190 | $101,180 | 229,940 |
| Accountant | $79,250 | $103,140 | 91,000 |
| Tax Manager | $79,250 | $103,140 | 91,000 |
| UX Designer | $77,730 | $108,800 | 4,620 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $76,750 | $82,650 | 16,470 |
| Investment Banker | $62,770 | $101,100 | 42,600 |
| College Professor | $62,670 | $99,290 | 14,730 |
| Paralegal | $61,000 | $75,780 | 40,950 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,930 | $62,510 | 79,090 |
| Electrician | $57,250 | $61,900 | 49,700 |
| HVAC Technician | $56,670 | $63,620 | 39,160 |
| School Counselor | $53,140 | $66,800 | 22,800 |
| Plumber | $52,910 | $62,820 | 29,260 |
| Welder | $50,640 | $60,600 | 16,420 |
| Medical Assistant | $43,680 | $46,800 | 66,110 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Florida?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Florida at $133,180 per year, followed by Software Developer at $130,980. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Florida compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Florida at 103.4 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 3.4% above the national level. For the metro area covered here: Miami, FL 114.2.