How much does a switchboard operator make in Dayton?
$39,870a year
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area. That is $19.17 an hour or $3,323 a month.
- Hourly
- $19.17
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 50 of 142
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $32,600Median: $39,870Highest 10%: $41,620
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $32,600 | $15.67 | |
| 25th | $33,870 | $16.28 | |
| Median | $39,870 | $19.17 | |
| 75th | $39,870 | $19.17 | |
| 90th | $41,620 | $20.01 |
Other cities in Ohio
Median yearly pay for switchboard operators.
| Huntington, WV | $37,840 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $37,690 |
| Cleveland, OH | $37,460 |
| Akron, OH | $36,350 |
| Columbus, OH | $35,170 |
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Salaries for every job in Dayton, OHFrequently asked questions
How much does a switchboard operator make an hour in Dayton?
The median hourly pay in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH metro area is $19.17 ($39,870 a year).
Do switchboard operators make more in Dayton than the national average?
Yes: $39,870 against $38,630 nationally, 3% more.
How does Dayton compare with the rest of Ohio?
The median in Ohio is $36,350, so Dayton pays 10% more.
Where does Dayton rank for switchboard operator pay?
50 of 142 metro areas with data.
How much does a switchboard operator make starting out in Dayton?
The lowest-paid 10% make $32,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $41,620 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.