Machinists Salary in Ohio
The median pay for a machinists in Ohio is $56,200/year ($27.02/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $38K at the entry level to $76K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $56K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level machinists (10th percentile) start around $38K. Mid-career wages sit at $56K. Top earners bring in $76K or more, a $38K spread from bottom to top.
Machinists salary by metro in Ohio
12 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo | $66K | +17% | 990 |
| Sandusky | $60K | +8% | 150 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $58K | +3% | 1,090 |
| Cleveland | $57K | +2% | 3,380 |
| Akron | $57K | +1% | 860 |
| Cincinnati | $57K | +1% | 2,510 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $54K | -4% | 320 |
| Columbus | $53K | -6% | 1,110 |
| Lima | $52K | -7% | 80 |
| Canton-Massillon | $51K | -10% | 410 |
| Springfield | $50K | -10% | 130 |
| Mansfield | $49K | -13% | 170 |
Showing 1–10 of 12 metros
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Frequently asked questions
How much do machinists make in Ohio?
The median is $56,200 a year, that works out to about $27 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $38,260, and experienced machinists can clear $76,390. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $56K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,863/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 30.8% 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 machinists 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 machinists salary is worth about $61,454 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do machinists 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.