Bridge and Lock Tenders Salary in Florida
Bridge and Lock Tenders in Florida earn a median of $28,090 a year, −51% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $28,090
- vs. U.S. median
- −51% ($57,700)
- Rank among states
- 23 of 23
- Jobs in the state
- 470
Pay range in Florida
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,040; the top 10% earn over $50,640. Nationally the range is $28,090 to $75,360.
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Bridge and Lock Tenders pay in Florida
How much do bridge and lock tenders make in Florida?
The median is $28,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $27,040 and the top 10% earn over $50,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Florida a good state for bridge and lock tenders?
On pay alone it ranks 23 of 23 (−51% vs. the national median of $57,700). Living costs are not included.