Florida HOA Manager Salary (2026)
Very strong — Florida has the second-largest HOA and condo population in the US; post-Surfside legislation has increased compliance demand
$64,000
$48,000 – $90,000
$44,000
Typical starting pay, no certification
$100,000
PCAM-certified, large portfolio or high-rise
$58,000
Comparable property management role
Community Association Manager (CAM) license
Issued by: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
Required for managers of associations with 10 or more units or annual revenue over $100,000. Must complete 18 hours of pre-license education and pass the state exam.
| City / Metro | Median CAM Salary | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Miami/Fort Lauderdale | $72,000 | Largest condo CAM market in the US |
| Orlando | $64,000 | Heavy resort and master-planned demand |
| Tampa Bay | $62,000 | Strong suburban growth |
| Naples/Fort Myers | $68,000 | Affluent retirement community market |
| Jacksonville | $58,000 | Growing suburban market |
Professional certifications issued by the Community Associations Institute (CAI) command measurable salary premiums above base pay:
CMCA
Certified Manager of Community Associations — entry-level industry credential
+$4,000–$8,000/yr
AMS
Association Management Specialist — mid-career credential requiring 2 years experience
+$6,000–$12,000/yr
PCAM
Professional Community Association Manager — highest CAI designation; requires 5 years experience
+$10,000–$18,000
State-specific certifications in Florida:
Florida CAM license (required)
- Portfolio size (must hold individual CAM license)
- High-rise condo vs. suburban HOA premium
- PCAM certification premium: +$10,000–$18,000
- South Florida premium
Typically volunteer; compensation must be disclosed; large resort communities sometimes pay per-meeting stipends
Self-managed HOAs in Florida avoid $50,000–$100,000/year in manager compensation plus 20–30% overhead — critically important given the state's strong reserve funding laws post-Surfside.
Those savings can fund deferred maintenance, accelerate reserve contributions, reduce annual assessment increases, or be returned to homeowners — depending on your community's priorities.
Manage your Florida HOA without a CAM — LotWize replaces $64K/year in management costs.
LotWize gives self-managed Florida HOA boards the tools to handle dues collection, violation tracking, financial reporting, and homeowner communication — without hiring a property management company or a licensed CAM.
Start 14-Day Free TrialSalary figures for Florida are estimates based on BLS Occupational Employment Statistics, Indeed, and Glassdoor public surveys. Actual compensation varies by portfolio size, certifications held, employer type, community complexity, and local market conditions. License and certification information accurate as of 2026. Always verify current licensing requirements with the applicable state agency before hiring a community association manager.