Ohio Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Ohio. Prices in Ohio were 7.2% below the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 92.8).
Metro Areas in Ohio
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 95.5 | -4.5% |
| Ohio (statewide) | 92.8 | -7.2% |
Top Paying Occupations in Ohio
| Occupation | OH Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $131,020 | $159,670 | -$28,650 | Columbus, OH |
| Software Developer | $114,090 | $135,980 | -$21,890 | Columbus, OH |
| Financial Analyst | $94,280 | $102,740 | -$8,460 | Columbus, OH |
| Registered Nurse | $82,510 | $97,550 | -$15,040 | Columbus, OH |
| Electrician | $64,700 | $63,190 | +$1,510 | Columbus, OH |
Salary by City — Ohio
4Wages and Prices in Ohio
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Ohio: Columbus. BEA's regional price parity for it is 95.5 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 92.8.
Of the occupations featured here, Lawyer has the highest statewide median at $131,020; in Columbus, OH, the one metro area covered here, its median is $137,810.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Ohio.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Ohio
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $297,440 | $432,890 | 21,160 |
| Pharmacist | $137,020 | $156,190 | 12,790 |
| Sales Manager | $135,510 | $184,450 | 22,840 |
| Marketing Manager | $132,330 | $175,750 | 10,620 |
| Network Engineer | $131,070 | $162,400 | 5,150 |
| Lawyer | $131,020 | $191,080 | 19,950 |
| HR Manager | $130,480 | $170,770 | 8,040 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $124,870 | $134,750 | 15,400 |
| Software Developer | $114,090 | $135,490 | 44,790 |
| Actuary | $110,980 | $153,690 | 1,090 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $110,480 | $138,520 | 6,010 |
| Cloud Architect | $109,780 | $134,560 | 6,150 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,050 | $113,260 | 10,280 |
| Data Scientist | $102,630 | $130,920 | 6,100 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $102,630 | $130,920 | 6,100 |
| Construction Manager | $101,980 | $128,120 | 16,130 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $101,550 | $130,860 | 9,480 |
| Occupational Therapist | $99,390 | $107,880 | 6,760 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $99,100 | $115,770 | 14,390 |
| Operations Manager | $97,700 | $153,310 | 153,160 |
| DevOps Engineer | $97,570 | $128,930 | 15,130 |
| Database Administrator | $97,190 | $127,190 | 1,860 |
| Civil Engineer | $96,220 | $124,930 | 10,560 |
| Project Manager | $95,770 | $126,570 | 34,260 |
| Financial Analyst | $94,280 | $114,010 | 9,760 |
| Business Analyst | $94,270 | $122,660 | 25,120 |
| Financial Advisor | $90,990 | $158,070 | 7,680 |
| Dental Hygienist | $88,990 | $97,210 | 8,630 |
| UX Designer | $83,360 | $125,600 | 2,520 |
| Registered Nurse | $82,510 | $99,030 | 143,730 |
| Accountant | $79,320 | $102,230 | 50,440 |
| Tax Manager | $79,320 | $102,230 | 50,440 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $78,320 | $82,430 | 9,570 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $77,370 | $82,720 | 47,870 |
| Technical Writer | $76,480 | $99,570 | 1,350 |
| College Professor | $75,680 | $99,370 | 5,670 |
| Investment Banker | $73,300 | $100,660 | 13,520 |
| Electrician | $64,700 | $80,500 | 28,950 |
| Plumber | $63,330 | $84,260 | 16,390 |
| HVAC Technician | $62,510 | $78,190 | 14,150 |
| School Counselor | $61,760 | $80,120 | 13,250 |
| Paralegal | $60,420 | $77,360 | 9,270 |
| Welder | $50,340 | $59,510 | 20,330 |
| Medical Assistant | $42,810 | $46,270 | 28,950 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Ohio?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Lawyer has the highest statewide median in Ohio at $131,020 per year, followed by Software Developer at $114,090. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Ohio compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Ohio at 92.8 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 7.2% below the national level. For the metro area covered here: Columbus, OH 95.5.