Couriers and Messengers Salary in Ohio
Couriers and Messengers in Ohio make a median of $37,680 a year, or about $18.11 an hour. The range runs from $31K at the entry level to $45K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $38K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level couriers and messengers (10th percentile) start around $31K. Mid-career wages sit at $38K. Top earners bring in $45K or more, a $14K spread from bottom to top.
Couriers and Messengers salary by metro in Ohio
8 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $42K | +11% | 540 |
| Akron | $42K | +11% | 120 |
| Cincinnati | $40K | +6% | 430 |
| Columbus | $38K | +1% | 380 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $37K | -1% | 180 |
| Toledo | $36K | -4% | 100 |
| Canton-Massillon | $36K | -5% | 50 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $35K | -8% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do couriers and messengers make in Ohio?
The median is $37,680 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $30,550, and experienced couriers and messengers can clear $44,960. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $38K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,666/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 44.6% 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 couriers and messengers 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 couriers and messengers salary is worth about $41,203 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do couriers and messengers 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.