Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,410 | $74,587 | -19% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.04 | $35.86 | -19% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $58,424.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Florida is $60,410, or about $29.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Florida is -19% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Florida typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 49,810 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $60,410, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.