Taxi Drivers Salary in Florida
In Florida, taxi drivers earn $27,360 at the median, or about $13.15 an hour. The range runs from $27K at the entry level to $36K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Florida. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $27K get you in Florida?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Florida
Entry-level taxi drivers (10th percentile) start around $27K. Mid-career wages sit at $27K. Top earners bring in $36K or more, a $8K spread from bottom to top.
Taxi Drivers salary by metro in Florida
2 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $27K | +0% | 780 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $26K | -4% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do taxi drivers make in Florida?
The median is $27,360 a year, that works out to about $13 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $27,270, and experienced taxi drivers can clear $35,560. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $27K enough to live in Florida?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,002/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,658/month, which eats 82.8% 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 taxi drivers 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 taxi drivers salary is worth about $27,754 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do taxi drivers 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.