How much does a lighting technician make in Orlando?
$79,380a year
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area. That is $38.16 an hour or $6,615 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.16
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 4 of 29
- Jobs in the area
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,040Median: $79,380Highest 10%: $81,120
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,040 | $21.17 | |
| 25th | $59,260 | $28.49 | |
| Median | $79,380 | $38.16 | |
| 75th | $81,120 | $39.00 | |
| 90th | $81,120 | $39.00 |
Other cities in Florida
Median yearly pay for lighting technicians.
| Miami, FL | $58,610 |
Related jobs in Orlando
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Athlete and Sports Competitor | $106,100 |
| Art Director | $102,500 |
| Special Effects Artist and Animator | $91,150 |
| Technical Writer | $86,600 |
| Producer and Director | $80,960 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $77,350 |
| Media and Communication Worker | $74,250 |
| Sound Engineering Technician | $68,900 |
| Writer and Author | $68,880 |
| Editor | $68,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a lighting technician make an hour in Orlando?
The median hourly pay in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area is $38.16 ($79,380 a year).
Do lighting technicians make more in Orlando than the national average?
Yes: $79,380 against $68,060 nationally, 17% more.
How does Orlando compare with the rest of Florida?
The median in Florida is $62,190, so Orlando pays 28% more.
Where does Orlando rank for lighting technician pay?
4 of 29 metro areas with data.
How much does a lighting technician make starting out in Orlando?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,040 or less a year; the top 10% make $81,120 or more.
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.