Broadcast Technicians Salary in Ohio
In Ohio, broadcast technicians earn $31,760 at the median, or about $15.27 an hour. The range runs from $22K at the entry level to $98K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $32K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level broadcast technicians (10th percentile) start around $22K. Mid-career wages sit at $32K. Top earners bring in $98K or more, a $76K spread from bottom to top.
Broadcast Technicians salary by metro in Ohio
6 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron | $61K | +92% | 40 |
| Columbus | $36K | +13% | 120 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $35K | +10% | 60 |
| Toledo | $34K | +8% | 40 |
| Cincinnati | $32K | +2% | 100 |
| Cleveland | $28K | -12% | 130 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do broadcast technicians make in Ohio?
The median is $31,760 a year, that works out to about $15 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $21,950, and experienced broadcast technicians can clear $98,330. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $32K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,283/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 52% 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 broadcast technicians 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 broadcast technicians salary is worth about $34,729 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do broadcast technicians 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.