How much does a physicist make in Florida?
$225,400a year
Median yearly pay for physicists in Florida. That is $108.36 an hour or $18,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $108.36
- Vs. national median
- +31%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $113,200Median: $225,400Highest 10%: $308,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $113,200 | $54.44 | |
| 25th | $154,000 | $74.03 | |
| Median | $225,400 | $108.36 | |
| 75th | $285,400 | $137.21 | |
| 90th | $308,600 | $148.36 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Miami, FL | $272,500 |
| Tampa, FL | $266,300 |
| Palm Bay, FL | $146,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for physicists.
| 1. Florida | $225,400 |
| 2. New Hampshire | $214,000 |
| 3. Pennsylvania | $211,000 |
| 4. California | $207,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a physicist make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $108.36 ($225,400 a year).
Do physicists make more in Florida than the national average?
Yes: $225,400 against $172,300 nationally, 31% more.
Where does Florida rank for physicist pay?
Florida ranks 1 of 43 states.
Which city in Florida pays physicists the most?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, with a median of $272,500 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.