Chemical Plant and System Operators Salary in Florida
Chemical Plant and System Operators in Florida earn a median of $128,830 a year, +65% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $128,830
- vs. U.S. median
- +65% ($78,120)
- Rank among states
- 1 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 60
Pay range in Florida
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,820; the top 10% earn over $135,880. Nationally the range is $48,400 to $111,930.
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Chemical Plant and System Operators pay in Florida
How much do chemical plant and system operators make in Florida?
The median is $128,830 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $64,820 and the top 10% earn over $135,880. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Florida a good state for chemical plant and system operators?
On pay alone it ranks 1 of 35 (+65% vs. the national median of $78,120). Living costs are not included.