Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $100,620 | $118,932 | -15% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.38 | $57.18 | -15% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $108,427.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $107,224 | $72,750 | $140,650 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $101,697 | $69,000 | $133,400 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Electrical Engineer in Ohio is $100,620, or about $48.38 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Electrical Engineers is $118,932. Ohio is -15% below the national median.
Entry-level electrical engineers in Ohio typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 6,360 electrical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $100,620, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.