Journeyman Electrician Pay in Florida
Updated 2026-10-29 · Based on 5 active job postings with disclosed pay · Compared to BLS OES data · 19 postings in the last 90 days, up 137% vs. run rate
ElectricianDB tracks 18 active journeyman electricians openings in Florida, 5 with disclosed pay. Median hourly pay is $38, with the middle 50% earning $37.08–$38.
Compared to the national median of $38/hr, Florida pays right at the national median.
The Florida electrician labor market
Florida is a volume market: endless commercial construction, hospitality buildouts, healthcare expansion, and residential growth generate more electrician postings than almost any state, but rates trail the national median because the labor market is open-shop dominated and flooded with new entrants. The pumping stations are the big metros — Miami's perpetual high-rise and condo cycle, Orlando's theme-park and hospitality construction alongside a fast-growing tech corridor, Tampa's commercial and healthcare boom, and Jacksonville's logistics and port expansion. Data centers are arriving: hyperscale and colocation developers are targeting the state for hurricane-hardened facilities serving Latin American traffic, with clusters emerging around Miami, Tampa, and Jacksonville. The space coast adds a specialty niche — Kennedy Space Center and the surrounding aerospace contractors employ instrumentation and facilities electricians at rates well above the state norm. Licensing is state-level through the Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board (certified vs. registered contractors), with journeyman-level credentials handled locally — a structure that keeps mobility high and rates competitive rather than protected. Florida is right-to-work with minimal union density outside pockets of South Florida and Jacksonville (locals include Local 349 Miami, Local 606 Orlando, Local 1788 Tampa, Local 177 Jacksonville), and there is no state prevailing-wage law, so public work pays market rate. Hurricane resilience programs — grid hardening, hospital backup power, storm-recovery construction — create recurring demand spikes that reward electricians who can mobilize fast. Workforce dynamics are defined by abundance and churn: the state attracts workers nationally with no income tax and year-round outdoor work, which holds rates down even as volume grows. For apprentices and helpers, Florida is an easy market to enter; for journeymen chasing top rates, the play is cleared work, healthcare and data center specialization, or traveling out on per-diem packages.
Government data (BLS)
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports Florida Electricians wages (May 2025 OES): median $27.52, 75th percentile $29.76, 90th percentile $37.10.
Source: BLS OES Florida (May 2025 OES)
Our postings median ($38/hr) runs 38% above the BLS statewide median — posted openings skew toward higher-paying roles than the survey average.
Union data (IBEW)
| Local | City | Journeyman base ($/hr) | Contract | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 349 | Miami | $40 | 2024 | asksparkyai.com |
| 728 | Fort Lauderdale | $38.40 | 2024 | asksparkyai.com |
| 1205 | Gainesville | $35 | 2026 | asksparkyai.com |
| 177 | Jacksonville | $33.46 | 2024 | asksparkyai.com |
| 915 | Tampa | $33.11 | 2025 | asksparkyai.com |
Pay comparison
| Metric | Our Data | BLS | IBEW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ($/hr) | $38 | $27.52 | $33.28 |
| 25th percentile ($/hr) | $37.08 | — | — |
| 75th percentile ($/hr) | $38 | $29.76 | — |
| 90th percentile ($/hr) | — | $37.10 | — |
| Sample size | 5 postings | OES survey | 8 locals |
| Source | ElectricianDB | BLS OES | Listed above |
Why the columns differ: our percentiles come from 5 live postings (median + middle 50%). The BLS column shows the three percentiles our dataset carries (median, 75th, 90th) — BLS publishes more than we import. IBEW figures are journeyman base rates (median across 8 in-state locals), not survey percentiles. How we calculate pay →
Highest-paying journeyman electricians openings in Florida
- HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICIAN (MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR) LEADER — United States Space Force (Patrick AFB) · $34.21–$39.94/hr
- JM ELECTRICIANS - FL - $38/HR + $110 P/D ALL 7!!!!!!!!! — Trillium (Fort Myers) · $38–$38/hr
- ELECTRICIANS NEEDED IN FORT MEYERS, FL — Wide Effect Talent Solutions (Fort Meyers) · $38–$38/hr
- ELECTRICIANS NEEDED IN OCALA, FL — Wide Effect Talent Solutions (Ocala) · $38–$38/hr
- Electrician — Lead Marine Staffing (Orlando) · $25–$28/hr
Active projects driving demand
- Hurricane-hardened data center development (Miami/Tampa/Jacksonville) (data center)
- Space Coast aerospace and launch infrastructure (industrial)
- Orlando hospitality and tech-corridor construction (commercial)
- Utility grid-hardening programs statewide (utility)
IBEW locals in Florida
Sample postings
Pay above is sourced from active postings including:
- Lead Marine Staffing – Electrician – $25 – $28/hr (Orlando, FL) View posting →
- Wide Effect Talent Solutions – ELECTRICIANS NEEDED IN OCALA, FL – $38/hr (Ocala, FL) View posting →
- Wide Effect Talent Solutions – ELECTRICIANS NEEDED IN FORT MEYERS, FL – $38/hr (Fort Meyers, FL) View posting →
Top employers hiring journeyman electricians in Florida
Journeyman Electrician openings in Florida
Frequently asked questions
What does a journeyman electrician earn in Florida?
Based on 5 active postings on ElectricianDB, median hourly pay is $38, with the middle 50% earning $37.08–$38. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a Florida median of $27.52 for Electricians (May 2025 OES). IBEW journeyman base rates across 8 in-state locals median $33.28/hr.
How does Florida compare to the national median?
Florida matches the national median of $38/hr for journeyman electricians.
Who pays journeyman electricians the most in Florida?
Among employers with disclosed pay, the most active are Wide Effect Talent Solutions (2 postings).
What does an electrician make in Florida?
Based on 5 disclosed-pay postings tracked by ElectricianDB, the median hourly pay for journeyman electrician work in Florida is $38.00/hr. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a statewide electrician median of $27.52/hr.
Where are the highest-paying electrician jobs in Florida?
The strongest recent postings cluster around Patrick AFB, Fort Myers, Fort Meyers. Top-end rates on active postings run above the $38.00/hr median — see the highest-paying openings listed on this page for current examples.
Which employers pay electricians the most in Florida?
Among employers with repeated postings in Florida, a mix of regional contractors show the highest average disclosed minimums. Averages reflect posted ranges, not verified take-home pay.
Do you need a Florida electrician license to work there?
Most states require a license for unsupervised electrical work, and requirements vary by state and municipality — see our step-by-step licensing pathway for Florida for the exact hours, exam, and fees.
What's the prevailing wage for electricians in Florida?
Prevailing-wage coverage depends on federal and state funding rules that differ by project and jurisdiction — see Florida prevailing wage rates for the current determinations.
How many electrician jobs are posted in Florida right now?
ElectricianDB is currently tracking 5 disclosed-pay journeyman electrician postings in Florida. Counts change as contractors post and fill roles.
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