How much does an athlete and sports competitor make in Florida?
$78,610a year
Median yearly pay for athlete and sports competitors in Florida. That is $37.79 an hour or $6,551 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.79
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 7 of 18
- Jobs in the state
- 1,360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $59,910Median: $78,610Highest 10%: $109,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,910 | $28.80 | |
| 25th | $76,820 | $36.93 | |
| Median | $78,610 | $37.79 | |
| 75th | $107,600 | $51.73 | |
| 90th | $109,900 | $52.84 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cape Coral, FL | $107,600 |
| Orlando, FL | $106,100 |
| Tampa, FL | $76,860 |
| Deltona, FL | $74,440 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for athlete and sports competitors.
| 4. Nevada | $119,800 |
| 5. Texas | $80,510 |
| 6. California | $79,040 |
| 7. Florida | $78,610 |
| 8. Georgia | $77,530 |
| 9. Kansas | $63,630 |
| 10. Kentucky | $63,020 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an athlete and sports competitor make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $37.79 ($78,610 a year).
Do athlete and sports competitors make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $78,610 against $66,710 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Florida rank for athlete and sports competitor pay?
Florida ranks 7 of 18 states.
Which city in Florida pays athlete and sports competitors the most?
Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL, with a median of $107,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.