Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians Salary in Florida
The median pay for a aircraft mechanics and service technicians in Florida is $75,460/year ($36.28/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $45K at the entry level to $129K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $75K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level aircraft mechanics and service technicians (10th percentile) start around $45K. Mid-career wages sit at $75K. Top earners bring in $129K or more, a $84K spread from bottom to top.
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians salary by metro in Florida
18 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $84K | +11% | 2,150 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $79K | +5% | 6,610 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $77K | +2% | 830 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin | $76K | +0% | 260 |
| Port St. Lucie | $73K | -4% | 160 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville | $70K | -7% | 410 |
| Jacksonville | $68K | -10% | 1,590 |
| Tallahassee | $67K | -11% | 50 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $65K | -14% | 160 |
| Punta Gorda | $63K | -16% | 80 |
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $63K | -16% | 140 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent | $62K | -17% | 590 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor | $62K | -17% | 140 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven | $62K | -18% | 90 |
| Gainesville | $61K | -20% | 60 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach | $60K | -20% | 150 |
| Naples-Marco Island | $58K | -23% | 90 |
| Ocala | $58K | -23% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do aircraft mechanics and service technicians make in Florida?
The median is $75,460 a year, that works out to about $36 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $44,510, and experienced aircraft mechanics and service technicians can clear $128,850. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $75K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $5,123/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 32.4% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a aircraft mechanics and service technicians salary go in Florida?
Florida has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median aircraft mechanics and service technicians salary is worth about $76,547 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do aircraft mechanics and service technicians get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.