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24 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Florida (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

There are 24 occupations in Florida with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric at $473,750/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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Average Salary by State

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$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

24
Jobs Over $150K
$473,750
#1: Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
$257,122
Avg of Qualifying Jobs
133,360
Workers in These Jobs

All 24 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Florida

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

# Occupation Median Salary Mean Salary Workers
1 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $473,750 $462,360 580
2 Anesthesiologists $465,370 $422,780 2,530
3 Radiologists $417,690 $434,010 1,680
4 Cardiologists $414,910 $406,400 920
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $399,440 $391,060 580
6 Neurologists $322,750 $241,970 520
7 Psychiatrists $316,200 $328,060 1,930
8 Physicians, Pathologists $313,510 $285,800 370
9 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons $233,050 $233,750 N/A
10 Family Medicine Physicians $227,700 $222,290 N/A
11 Physicists $225,390 $219,910 340
12 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $225,020 $254,420 7,760
13 General Internal Medicine Physicians $222,600 $266,790 2,390
14 Nurse Anesthetists $210,570 $239,830 4,600
15 Emergency Medicine Physicians $204,990 $301,220 2,060
16 Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates $186,040 $186,200 1,380
17 Pediatricians, General $182,010 $172,610 700
18 Dentists, General $174,900 $195,930 9,320
19 Architectural and Engineering Managers $170,740 $178,010 8,710
20 Computer and Information Systems Managers $168,470 $175,140 35,040
21 Biochemists and Biophysicists $157,390 $157,820 370
22 Medical Dosimetrists $153,490 $152,560 320
23 Financial Managers $153,280 $169,990 48,910
24 Optometrists $151,670 $143,020 2,350

Florida High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Florida are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners, Life & Physical Science, and Transportation fields.

3.4% of all tracked occupations in FL earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $151,670/year (Optometrists), while the top earner makes $473,750/year.

Florida ranks #16 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, there are 24 occupations in Florida with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 3.4% of all tracked occupations in FL.
What is the highest paying job in Florida?
The highest paying occupation in Florida is Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric with a median salary of $473,750 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.
What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Florida?
The entry point for the $150K+ list in Florida is $151,670/year (Optometrists). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.
What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Florida?
The average median salary among all 24 occupations that pay over $150K in Florida is $257,122 per year (2025 data).
How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Florida?
High-paying jobs in Florida typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics