Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers Salary in Florida
In Florida, helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers earn $38,340 at the median — $18.44 an hour. The range runs from $30K at the entry level to $50K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers (10th percentile) start around $30K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $50K or more, a $20K spread from bottom to top.
Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers salary by metro in Florida
20 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota | $41K | +7% | N/A |
| Naples-Marco Island | $41K | +6% | 250 |
| Jacksonville | $40K | +4% | 560 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $39K | +1% | 270 |
| Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin | $38K | +0% | 80 |
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $38K | +0% | 1,570 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $38K | +0% | 880 |
| Gainesville | $38K | -0% | 70 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $38K | -0% | 760 |
| Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent | $38K | -0% | 230 |
| Punta Gorda | $38K | -1% | 70 |
| Panama City-Panama City Beach | $38K | -1% | 70 |
| Homosassa Springs | $38K | -1% | 50 |
| Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville | $38K | -2% | 150 |
| Lakeland-Winter Haven | $38K | -2% | 160 |
| Sebastian-Vero Beach-West Vero Corridor | $37K | -3% | 60 |
| Ocala | $37K | -3% | 90 |
| Port St. Lucie | $37K | -5% | 170 |
| Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach | $36K | -6% | 190 |
| Tallahassee | $36K | -7% | 130 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers make in Florida?
The median is $38,340 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,060, and experienced helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers can clear $49,760. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,737/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 60.6% 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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 helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers salary is worth about $38,892 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do helpers--installation, maintenance, and repair workers 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.