How much does a lifeguard make in Florida?
$35,040a year
Median yearly pay for lifeguards in Florida. That is $16.85 an hour or $2,920 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.85
- Vs. national median
- +4%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 9,460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,510Median: $35,040Highest 10%: $45,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,510 | $13.71 | |
| 25th | $30,510 | $14.67 | |
| Median | $35,040 | $16.85 | |
| 75th | $37,790 | $18.17 | |
| 90th | $45,000 | $21.63 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Crestview, FL | $41,310 |
| Deltona, FL | $38,900 |
| Miami, FL | $37,230 |
| Naples, FL | $36,740 |
| Pensacola, FL | $36,300 |
| Sebastian, FL | $35,870 |
| Panama City, FL | $35,800 |
| North Port, FL | $34,770 |
| Palm Bay, FL | $34,600 |
| Ocala, FL | $34,130 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $33,500 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $31,820 |
| Tampa, FL | $31,720 |
| Orlando, FL | $30,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for lifeguards.
| 10. Rhode Island | $35,770 |
| 11. Colorado | $35,640 |
| 12. Arizona | $35,380 |
| 13. Florida | $35,040 |
| 14. Oregon | $35,030 |
| 15. New Jersey | $34,760 |
| 16. Alaska | $34,540 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lifeguard make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $16.85 ($35,040 a year).
Do lifeguards make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $35,040 against $33,580 nationally, 4% more.
Where does Florida rank for lifeguard pay?
Florida ranks 13 of 51 states.
Which city in Florida pays lifeguards the most?
Crestview-Fort Walton Beach-Destin, FL, with a median of $41,310 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.