Travel Agents Salary in Ohio
In Ohio, travel agents earn $44,750 at the median — $21.52 an hour. The range runs from $35K at the entry level to $68K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Ohio. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $45K get you in Ohio?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Ohio
Entry-level travel agents (10th percentile) start around $35K. Mid-career wages sit at $45K. Top earners bring in $68K or more, a $33K spread from bottom to top.
Travel Agents salary by metro in Ohio
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $46K | +2% | 250 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $46K | +2% | 50 |
| Columbus | $45K | -0% | 150 |
| Cincinnati | $43K | -4% | 180 |
| Toledo | $38K | -15% | 50 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do travel agents make in Ohio?
The median is $44,750 a year, that works out to about $22 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $35,340, and experienced travel agents can clear $68,420. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $45K enough to live in Ohio?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $3,123/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,188/month, which eats 38% 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 travel agents 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 travel agents salary is worth about $48,934 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do travel agents 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.