How much does an entertainer and performer make in Cincinnati?
$39,350a year
Median yearly pay for entertainer and performers in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area. That is $18.92 an hour or $3,280 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.92
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 23 of 39
- Jobs in the area
- 100
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for entertainer and performers.
| Cleveland, OH | $38,810 |
| Columbus, OH | $34,420 |
Related jobs in Cincinnati
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Musician and Singer | $104,000 |
| Art Director | $97,360 |
| Commercial and Industrial Designer | $95,160 |
| Court Reporter and Simultaneous Captioner | $85,690 |
| Technical Writer | $79,140 |
| Producer and Director | $67,620 |
| Lighting Technician | $64,330 |
| Public Relations Specialist | $64,040 |
| Camera Operator | $63,970 |
| Music Director and Composer | $63,290 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an entertainer and performer make an hour in Cincinnati?
The median hourly pay in the Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN metro area is $18.92 ($39,350 a year).
Do entertainer and performers make more in Cincinnati than the national average?
Yes: $39,350 against $39,150 nationally, 1% more.
How does Cincinnati compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $37,380, so Cincinnati pays 5% more.
Where does Cincinnati rank for entertainer and performer pay?
23 of 39 metro areas with data.
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.