How much does a plant and system operator make in Florida?
$50,910a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Florida. That is $24.48 an hour or $4,243 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.48
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 39 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 590
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,880Median: $50,910Highest 10%: $78,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,880 | $18.69 | |
| 25th | $45,760 | $22.00 | |
| Median | $50,910 | $24.48 | |
| 75th | $64,040 | $30.79 | |
| 90th | $78,830 | $37.90 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Miami, FL | $55,830 |
| Orlando, FL | $53,370 |
| Tampa, FL | $51,980 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $43,810 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 36. Alabama | $51,690 |
| 37. Colorado | $51,600 |
| 38. Missouri | $51,560 |
| 39. Florida | $50,910 |
| 40. Pennsylvania | $50,840 |
| 41. Texas | $50,820 |
| 42. Nebraska | $48,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $24.48 ($50,910 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $50,910 against $62,470 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Florida rank for plant and system operator pay?
Florida ranks 39 of 44 states.
Which city in Florida pays plant and system operators the most?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, with a median of $55,830 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.