How much does a protective service worker make in Ohio?
$44,890a year
Median yearly pay for protective service workers in Ohio. That is $21.58 an hour or $3,741 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.58
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 29 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,520
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,810Median: $44,890Highest 10%: $65,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,810 | $16.25 | |
| 25th | $36,900 | $17.74 | |
| Median | $44,890 | $21.58 | |
| 75th | $52,470 | $25.23 | |
| 90th | $65,940 | $31.70 |
Cities in Ohio
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Columbus, OH | $46,800 |
| Akron, OH | $46,030 |
| Dayton, OH | $45,390 |
| Cleveland, OH | $45,050 |
| Canton, OH | $44,840 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $41,320 |
| Youngstown, OH | $38,540 |
| Toledo, OH | $37,010 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for protective service workers.
| 26. Idaho | $46,580 |
| 27. Kentucky | $46,580 |
| 28. Georgia | $45,200 |
| 29. Ohio | $44,890 |
| 30. Louisiana | $44,410 |
| 31. Colorado | $44,340 |
| 32. Florida | $44,310 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a protective service worker make an hour in Ohio?
The median hourly pay in Ohio is $21.58 ($44,890 a year).
Do protective service workers make more in Ohio than the national average?
Yes: $44,890 against $42,540 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Ohio rank for protective service worker pay?
Ohio ranks 29 of 51 states.
Which city in Ohio pays protective service workers the most?
Columbus, OH, with a median of $46,800 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.