Average Electrician Salary in Ohio

Trades · Updated 2024 · Based on BLS and industry data

Salary Overview

The average Electrician in Ohio earns $59,400 per year, which is below the national average of $61,590. This translates to approximately $28.56 per hour, $2,285 biweekly, or $4,950 per month before taxes.

The cost of living in Ohio is 12% below the national average, meaning your salary goes further here compared to higher-cost states.

Salary Range

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
Entry Level (25th)	$44,600	$21.44
Average (50th)	$59,400	$28.56
Experienced (75th)	$68,300	$32.84
Top Earners (90th)	$77,200	$37.12

Electrician Salary by City in Ohio

City	Average Salary	Monthly
Columbus	$64,200	$5,350/mo
Cleveland	$60,600	$5,050/mo
Cincinnati	$58,200	$4,850/mo
Dayton	$56,400	$4,700/mo
Toledo	$55,200	$4,600/mo

Career Quick Facts

Detail	Information
Job Category	Trades
Typical Education	High school + apprenticeship
Job Growth (2022-2032)	7% (nationwide)
State Income Tax	0%-3.75% (progressive)
State Minimum Wage	$10.45/hr
Cost of Living Index	0.88 (-12% vs national avg)

Top Employers in Ohio

Major employers hiring Electricians in Ohio include Cleveland Clinic, Procter & Gamble, Cardinal Health, Nationwide, and Progressive. These companies and organizations offer competitive salaries and benefits packages for trades professionals.

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