Lighting Technicians Salary in Ohio
Lighting Technicians in Ohio make a median of $42,940 a year, or about $20.65 an hour. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $61K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. This is an aggregate across all of Ohio. BLS does not publish metro-level data for this occupation in this state.
So what does $43K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level lighting technicians (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $43K. Top earners bring in $61K or more, a $23K spread from bottom to top.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do lighting technicians make in Ohio?
The median is $42,940 a year, that works out to about $21 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,030, and experienced lighting technicians can clear $60,810. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $43K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,006/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 39.5% 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 lighting 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 lighting technicians salary is worth about $46,955 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do lighting 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.