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BLS DATA
  • Elevator Tech$110k median+6% growth 2025 to 2035Faster than average
  • Lineworker$95k median+10% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Boilermaker$76k median-2% growth 2025 to 2035Declining
  • Inspector$75k median0% growth 2025 to 2035Little or no change
  • Industrial Maintenance$64k median+14% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Wind Tech$64k median+30% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Plumber$64k median+7% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Electrician$63k median+9% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Sheet Metal$62k median+3% growth 2025 to 2035About as fast as average
  • HVAC Tech$61k median+11% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
  • Carpenter$61k median+4% growth 2025 to 2035About as fast as average
  • CDL Driver$59k median+4% growth 2025 to 2035About as fast as average
  • Roofer$55k median+5% growth 2025 to 2035Faster than average
  • Welder$54k median+2% growth 2025 to 2035Slower than average
  • Solar Installer$53k median+37% growth 2025 to 2035Much faster than average
FL · Data verified September 2026

Skilled Trade Careers in Florida

Compare 2025 BLS wage benchmarks for Florida electricians, plumbers and HVAC technicians, then check Florida's contractor licensing system and registered apprenticeship options before choosing a training program.

2025 STATE WAGE BENCHMARKS

Compare the Featured Trades

These are state medians from BLS 2025 wage data surfaced through O*NET OnLine. They are not starting salaries. National growth and annual openings are shown only as national context because state projections use separate state datasets and release schedules.

LICENSING STRUCTURE

Know the rules before choosing training

Florida licenses electrical contractors through the Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board and plumbing/air-conditioning contractors through the Construction Industry Licensing Board. Certified contractor licenses can allow statewide contracting, while registered contractor licenses are tied to approved local jurisdictions. Entry-level employee and local competency requirements can differ from contractor licensing.

A contractor license, employee credential, apprentice registration and federal certification are not automatically the same thing. Always verify the exact role and locality.

QUICK ANSWERS

Florida trade career FAQ

Which skilled trades are compared for Florida?

This guide currently compares electrician, plumbing/pipefitting and HVAC technician careers using May 2025 BLS wage data, national outlook benchmarks and official state or local licensing resources.

Are the salaries on this Florida page starting salaries?

No. The wage figures are occupational medians and percentile benchmarks from BLS wage data. Entry-level, apprentice, union, metro-area and specialty pay can differ substantially.

Does TrainingForFuture decide whether I am legally licensed in Florida?

No. TrainingForFuture summarizes the licensing structure and links to the responsible government source. You should verify your exact role, locality and current requirements with the licensing authority before working or paying for training.

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