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Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials Salary in Florida
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials make in Florida?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$37,070
Median Annual Salary
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+22.8% vs 2024
$44,270
Mean Salary
$37,070
Median Salary
$17.82
Hourly Rate
280 people work as Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials salary by percentile in Florida
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida earn a median salary of $37,070 per year ($3,089/month).
This is 11.1% below the national average of $41,707.
Florida ranks #22 out of 34 states for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials pay.
Approximately 280 people work in this occupation across Florida.
Salaries increased by 22.8% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations. Includes all sporting officials, referees, and competition judges.
Top Skills
Speaking
3.62
Critical Thinking
3.38
Active Listening
3.25
Judgment and Decision Making
3.25
Monitoring
3.12
Key Knowledge Areas
English Language
3.43
Education and Training
2.9
Administration and Management
2.85
Customer and Personal Service
2.67
Psychology
2.55
Typical Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
(42.9% of workers)
Salary Range: Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida
Salaries for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida range from $27,970 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $61,380 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $29,690 and $46,650.
Median $37,070
P10: $27,970P25: $29,690P75: $46,650P90: $61,380
10th
$27,970
25th
$29,690
Median
$37,070
75th
$46,650
90th
$61,380
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$27,970
$13.45
$2,330
25th Percentile
$29,690
$14.27
$2,474
Median (50th)
$37,070
$17.82
$3,089
75th Percentile
$46,650
$22.43
$3,887
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$61,380
$29.51
$5,115
Note: The mean (average) salary of $44,270 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
📊 How Does This Compare?
#22
Florida ranks #22 of 34 states
$41,707
National avg. for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials
How much do Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials make in Florida?
The median annual salary for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida is $37,070 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $44,270.
What is the salary range for a Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida?
Salaries for Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida range from $27,970 at the 10th percentile to $61,380 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $29,690 and $46,650.
What is the starting salary for a Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida?
Entry-level Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials positions in Florida typically start around $27,970 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $29,690 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 280 people are employed as Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida.
What is the hourly rate for a Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials in Florida is approximately $17.82 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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