How much does a compensation make in Columbus?
$78,870a year
Median yearly pay for compensations in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $37.92 an hour or $6,573 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.92
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 57 of 233
- Jobs in the area
- 710
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $48,710Median: $78,870Highest 10%: $116,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $48,710 | $23.42 | |
| 25th | $61,280 | $29.46 | |
| Median | $78,870 | $37.92 | |
| 75th | $92,390 | $44.42 | |
| 90th | $116,100 | $55.81 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for compensations.
| Cleveland, OH | $78,570 |
| 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 Columbus
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Financial Risk Specialist | $100,400 |
| Project Management Specialist | $98,660 |
| Financial and Investment Analyst | $97,920 |
| Labor Relations Specialist | $96,100 |
| Budget Analyst | $93,780 |
| Management Analyst | $90,010 |
| Financial Specialist | $83,160 |
| Loan Officer | $82,160 |
| Business Operations Specialist | $82,030 |
| Accountant and Auditor | $81,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a compensation make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $37.92 ($78,870 a year).
Do compensations make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $78,870 against $78,210 nationally, 1% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $75,780, so Columbus pays 4% more.
Where does Columbus rank for compensation pay?
57 of 233 metro areas with data.
How much does a compensation make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $48,710 or less a year; the top 10% make $116,100 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.