Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $96,220 | $102,499 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.26 | $49.28 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,685.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $93,013 | $63,050 | $121,250 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $88,219 | $59,800 | $115,000 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Ohio is $96,220, or about $46.26 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Ohio is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Ohio typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 10,560 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $96,220, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.