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Top Paying Jobs in Ohio

Ohio has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 505,510 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Surgeons, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologists ($504,260), Anesthesiologists ($490,530). The cost of living index is 91.45 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,188/month.

State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.

$157K
Avg. median salary
91.45
Cost of living index
$1,188
Median 2BR rent
11,768,239
Population

Highest paying careers in Ohio

RankOccupationCategoryMedian salaryHourly
91Gambling ManagersManagement$100K$47.91/hr
92Education Administrators, Kindergarten through SecondaryManagement$100KN/A
93Funeral Home ManagersManagement$99K$47.81/hr
94Occupational TherapistsHealthcare$99K$47.78/hr
95Petroleum EngineersEngineering$99K$47.72/hr
96Mechanical EngineersEngineering$99K$47.64/hr
97Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and RelayRepair & Maintenance$99K$47.45/hr
98Radiation TherapistsHealthcare$99K$47.43/hr
99Financial Risk SpecialistsBusiness & Finance$99K$47.43/hr
100Social Scientists and Related Workers, All OtherScience$99K$47.42/hr

Affordability snapshot: Ohio

These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.

Cost of living vs. national average-8.5% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,188/mo

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Metro areas in Ohio

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