How much does an area make in Ohio?
$80,060a year
Median yearly pay for areas in Ohio. That is $38.49 an hour or $6,672 a month.
- Hourly
- $38.49
- Vs. national median
- -6%
- Rank among states
- 22 of 37
- Jobs in the state
- 390
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,990Median: $80,060Highest 10%: $131,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,990 | $24.03 | |
| 25th | $62,950 | $30.26 | |
| Median | $80,060 | $38.49 | |
| 75th | $103,600 | $49.79 | |
| 90th | $131,200 | $63.07 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Cleveland, OH | $81,670 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $76,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for areas.
| 19. Minnesota | $81,580 |
| 20. Washington | $81,410 |
| 21. Oregon | $80,310 |
| 22. Ohio | $80,060 |
| 23. Colorado | $79,190 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $78,770 |
| 25. Montana | $78,690 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an area make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $38.49 ($80,060 a year).
Do areas make more in Ohio than the national average?
No: $80,060 against $85,020 nationally, 6% less.
Where does Ohio rank for area pay?
Ohio ranks 22 of 37 states.
Which city in Ohio pays areas the most?
Cleveland, OH, with a median of $81,670 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.