Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,270 | $102,741 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.32 | $49.39 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,584.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $86,000 | $63,050 | $121,250 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $81,567 | $59,800 | $115,000 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Business Analyst in Ohio is $94,270, or about $45.32 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Business Analysts is $102,741. Ohio is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level business analysts in Ohio typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 25,120 business analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $94,270, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.