How much does a plant and system operator make in Ohio?
$64,140a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Ohio. That is $30.84 an hour or $5,345 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.84
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among states
- 24 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $46,470Median: $64,140Highest 10%: $79,200
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $46,470 | $22.34 | |
| 25th | $57,210 | $27.50 | |
| Median | $64,140 | $30.84 | |
| 75th | $73,170 | $35.18 | |
| 90th | $79,200 | $38.08 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, OH | $68,690 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $67,390 |
| Cleveland, OH | $67,340 |
| Dayton, OH | $66,170 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 21. Wyoming | $66,770 |
| 22. Mississippi | $65,080 |
| 23. Michigan | $64,690 |
| 24. Ohio | $64,140 |
| 25. New Hampshire | $64,030 |
| 26. Wisconsin | $62,800 |
| 27. Louisiana | $62,630 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $30.84 ($64,140 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Ohio than the national average?
Yes: $64,140 against $62,470 nationally, 3% more.
Where does Ohio rank for plant and system operator pay?
Ohio ranks 24 of 44 states.
Which city in Ohio pays plant and system operators the most?
Columbus, OH, with a median of $68,690 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.