Bill and Account Collectors Salary in Ohio
In Ohio, bill and account collectors earn $44,400 at the median — $21.35 an hour. The range runs from $32K at the entry level to $60K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $44K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level bill and account collectors (10th percentile) start around $32K. Mid-career wages sit at $44K. Top earners bring in $60K or more, a $28K spread from bottom to top.
Bill and Account Collectors salary by metro in Ohio
11 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $47K | +6% | N/A |
| Cincinnati | $46K | +4% | 1,440 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $44K | -1% | 510 |
| Sandusky | $43K | -3% | 40 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $43K | -3% | 130 |
| Lima | $42K | -4% | 40 |
| Akron | $39K | -12% | 530 |
| Cleveland | $39K | -13% | 1,520 |
| Canton-Massillon | $37K | -18% | 370 |
| Toledo | $36K | -20% | 400 |
| Mansfield | $35K | -22% | 60 |
Showing 1–10 of 11 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do bill and account collectors make in Ohio?
The median is $44,400 a year, that works out to about $21 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $31,630, and experienced bill and account collectors can clear $60,100. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $44K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,100/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 38.3% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a bill and account collectors salary go in Ohio?
Ohio has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median bill and account collectors salary is worth about $48,551 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do bill and account collectors get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.