How much does a compensation make in Cleveland?
$78,570a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Cleveland, OH metro area. That is $37.77 an hour or $6,548 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.77
- Vs. national median
- +0%
- Rank among cities
- 59 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 480
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,480Median: $78,570Highest 10%: $120,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,480 | $24.75 | |
| 25th | $62,340 | $29.97 | |
| Median | $78,570 | $37.77 | |
| 75th | $98,420 | $47.32 | |
| 90th | $120,400 | $57.87 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Columbus, OH | $78,870 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $77,200 |
| Akron, OH | $76,950 |
| Toledo, OH | $76,810 |
| Dayton, OH | $74,220 |
| Canton, OH | $59,040 |
| Huntington, WV | $55,530 |
Related jobs in Cleveland
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $98,320 |
| Project Management Specialist | $95,000 |
| Financial Risk Specialist | $93,730 |
| Tax Examiner and Collector | $92,520 |
| Budget Analyst | $90,940 |
| Management Analyst | $88,260 |
| Financial Specialist | $84,910 |
| Personal Financial Advisor | $81,130 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $80,000 |
| Credit Analyst | $79,720 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Cleveland?
The median hourly pay in the Cleveland, OH metro area is $37.77 ($78,570 a year).
Do compensations make more in Cleveland than the national average?
Yes: $78,570 against $78,210 nationally, 0% more.
How does Cleveland compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $75,780, so Cleveland pays 4% more.
Where does Cleveland rank for compensation pay?
59 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Cleveland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,480 or less a year; the top 10% make $120,400 or more.
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.