Broadcast Technicians Salary in Florida
In Florida, broadcast technicians earn $46,290 at the median, or about $22.26 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $98K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $46K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level broadcast technicians (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $46K. Top earners bring in $98K or more, a $69K spread from bottom to top.
Broadcast Technicians salary by metro in Florida
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $53K | +14% | 510 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $46K | -1% | 190 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $46K | -1% | 210 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $44K | -4% | 50 |
| Jacksonville | $38K | -18% | 60 |
| Tallahassee | $35K | -24% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do broadcast technicians make in Florida?
The median is $46,290 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,810, and experienced broadcast technicians can clear $97,550. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $46K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,269/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 50.7% 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 broadcast 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 broadcast technicians salary is worth about $46,957 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do broadcast 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.