Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,940 | $71,125 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.34 | $34.19 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,002.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Middle School Teacher in Florida is $58,940, or about $28.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Middle School Teachers is $71,125. Florida is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level middle school teachers in Florida typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 31,370 middle school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $58,940, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.