Ohio Salary Guide (2026)
Whether you're evaluating a job offer, negotiating a raise, or relocating to Ohio, understanding what salaries look like in the OH job market is essential. Here's the latest SalaryLabs wage and tax context for pay in Ohio.
Average Salaries in Ohio by Occupation (2026)
| Job Title | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | 98.000 | 47.12 | 8.167 |
| Registered Nurse | 68.000 | 32.69 | 5.667 |
| Teacher (Public) | 55.000 | 26.44 | 4.583 |
| Accountant | 60.000 | 28.85 | 5.000 |
| Manufacturing Engineer | 78.000 | 37.50 | 6.500 |
Source note: SalaryLabs editorial state wage references informed by public BLS wage context. Figures are directional benchmarks for Ohio, not a live official lookup.
How to use this page: treat it as a quick state snapshot, not a filing-grade or relocation-grade answer. For a real decision, pair this directional wage context with the main Salary Calculator, Take Home Pay, and US Salary Heatmap.
Best use case in Ohio: use this page when the question is not just “what is my gross hourly rate?” but “how should I read a salary in this state before I go deeper?” The most useful signal here is the combination of Columbus's higher local benchmark (65.000/year), 2.75–3.5% state income tax, and a cost-of-living index of 88. That mix tells you whether Ohio looks stronger as a paycheck state, a purchasing-power state, or simply a neutral gross-pay reference before you run a fuller take-home or relocation check.
Cost of Living in Ohio
Ohio's cost of living index is 88 (national average = 100). This means your salary in Ohio goes further than the national average. A $60,000 salary in Ohio has the purchasing power of roughly $68.182 in a higher-cost state.
Ohio Tax Overview (2026)
When you receive your paycheck in Ohio, the following deductions apply:
- Federal income tax: 10–37% depending on your income bracket (2026 IRS rates)
- Ohio state income tax: progressive, max 3.5% on income over $100K
- Social Security: 6.2% on income up to $184,500
- Medicare: 1.45% on all income (additional 0.9% above $200K)
Minimum Wage in Ohio (2026)
The minimum wage in Ohio is $10.45 per hour as of 2026. At 40 hours per week for 52 weeks, that equals $21.736/year gross. This is higher than the federal minimum wage of $7.25/hour.