Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Florida compares
Florida's median is $55,680, $1,870 (3.2%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 22nd, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $77,120 or more and the bottom 10% under $36,960. That range is about as wide as the national one.
About 4,810 marine mechanics work in Florida, about one in five of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Florida has 3.2 times as many marine mechanics as the U.S. average.
Pay distribution: Florida vs. United States
Florida median $55,680
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Florida annual | Florida hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $36,960 | $17.77 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $46,740 | $22.47 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $55,680 | $26.77 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $62,400 | $30.00 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $77,120 | $37.08 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $57,160 | $27.48 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
States with similar pay
Questions about marine mechanic pay in Florida
How much does a marine mechanic make in Florida?
The median is $55,680 a year, or $26.77 an hour (May 2025). The average is $57,160.
Is Florida a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 22nd of 50, 3.2% below the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Florida?
About 4,810.