How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make in Columbus?
$63,060a year
Median yearly pay for security and fire alarm systems installers in the Columbus, OH metro area. That is $30.32 an hour or $5,255 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.32
- Vs. national median
- +5%
- Rank among cities
- 42 of 203
- Jobs in the area
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,010Median: $63,060Highest 10%: $76,940
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,010 | $22.60 | |
| 25th | $57,590 | $27.69 | |
| Median | $63,060 | $30.32 | |
| 75th | $73,110 | $35.15 | |
| 90th | $76,940 | $36.99 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for security and fire alarm systems installers.
| Cincinnati, OH | $63,300 |
| Cleveland, OH | $62,660 |
| Dayton, OH | $62,500 |
| Akron, OH | $61,280 |
| Toledo, OH | $60,630 |
| Huntington, WV | $55,340 |
| Mansfield, OH | $50,620 |
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Salaries for every job in Columbus, OHFrequently asked questions
How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make an hour in Columbus?
The median hourly pay in the Columbus, OH metro area is $30.32 ($63,060 a year).
Do security and fire alarm systems installers make more in Columbus than the national average?
Yes: $63,060 against $60,070 nationally, 5% more.
How does Columbus compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $61,860, so Columbus pays 2% more.
Where does Columbus rank for security and fire alarm systems installer pay?
42 of 203 metro areas with data.
How much does a security and fire alarm systems installer make starting out in Columbus?
The lowest-paid 10% make $47,010 or less a year; the top 10% make $76,940 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.