Word Processors and Typists pay in Florida
In Florida, the median pay for word processors and typists is $17.20 an hour ($35,770 a year). About 1,000 people work in this job there.
That is 27% lower than the U.S. median ($49,280). Florida ranks 36th of 37 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for word processors and typists in Florida
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.23 | $27,520 |
| 25% of workers | $13.98 | $29,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.20 | $35,770 |
| 75% of workers | $21.90 | $45,560 |
| 90% of workers | $29.58 | $61,520 |
Word Processors and Typists pay in Florida metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach | $39,050 | 270 |
| Jacksonville | $37,430 | 70 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford | $37,060 | 50 |
| Cape Coral-Fort Myers | $35,770 | 170 |
| Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater | $35,170 | 110 |
Florida unemployment rate: 4.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for word processors and typists
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -34.4% over ten years, declining · about 1,900 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | $49,330 |
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| Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners | $49,240 |
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