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Compliance Officers salary in Miami, Florida

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Miami metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$77,860
Mean annual$83,840
Range (10th to 90th)$47,610 to $129,480
Miami, Florida employment12,810
State vs national-0.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Miami compliance officers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$47,61025TH$59,180MEDIAN$77,86075TH$109,37090TH$129,480

The middle 50% of workers earn between $59,180 and $109,370, with a median of $77,860.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Bachelor's degree

  • Experience

    None

  • On-the-job training

    Moderate-term on-the-job training

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Law and Government

    Knowledge

    4.1 / 5

  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Written Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.0 / 5

  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    4.0 / 5

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.0 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    3.9 / 5

  • Reading Comprehension

    Basic skill

    3.9 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Issue licenses to individuals meeting standards.

  2. 02

    Collect fees for licenses.

  3. 03

    Warn violators of infractions or penalties.

  4. 04

    Administer oral, written, road, or flight tests to license applicants.

  5. 05

    Evaluate applications, records, or documents to gather information about eligibility or liability issues.

  6. 06

    Visit establishments to verify that valid licenses or permits are displayed and that licensing standards are being upheld.

  7. 07

    Advise licensees or other individuals or groups concerning licensing, permit, or passport regulations.

  8. 08

    Prepare reports of activities, evaluations, recommendations, or decisions.

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Other metros in Florida

How the Miami metro compares to other major Florida metro areas for compliance officers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Compliance Officers in Miami, Florida?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Compliance Officers in the Miami metropolitan area is $77,860.
Does Miami pay more than the Florida state average for Compliance Officers?
The Miami metro median is +10.5% versus the Florida state median of $70,460.
How does Miami compare to the national median for Compliance Officers?
The Miami metro median is -0.7% versus the BLS national figure of $78,411.
What is the salary range for Compliance Officers in Miami?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $47,610 and the 90th-percentile at $129,480 for the Miami metro area.
What education is required for Compliance Officers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Bachelor's degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Miami CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.