How much does an economist make in Florida?
$102,400a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Florida. That is $49.25 an hour or $8,536 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.25
- Vs. national median
- -18%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 500
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,850Median: $102,400Highest 10%: $174,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $65,850 | $31.66 | |
| 25th | $72,880 | $35.04 | |
| Median | $102,400 | $49.25 | |
| 75th | $134,200 | $64.51 | |
| 90th | $174,900 | $84.09 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jacksonville, FL | $137,000 |
| Miami, FL | $118,000 |
| Tampa, FL | $103,700 |
| Orlando, FL | $102,400 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $70,430 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 22. Massachusetts | $106,400 |
| 23. Michigan | $106,400 |
| 24. Minnesota | $105,100 |
| 25. Florida | $102,400 |
| 26. Connecticut | $101,400 |
| 27. Iowa | $96,310 |
| 28. Arkansas | $91,560 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $49.25 ($102,400 a year).
Do economists make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $102,400 against $124,700 nationally, 18% less.
Where does Florida rank for economist pay?
Florida ranks 25 of 40 states.
Which city in Florida pays economists the most?
Jacksonville, FL, with a median of $137,000 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.