Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,280 | $104,114 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.33 | $50.05 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $101,595.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $96,893 | $67,900 | $140,650 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $91,899 | $64,400 | $133,400 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Financial Analyst in Ohio is $94,280, or about $45.33 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Financial Analysts is $104,114. Ohio is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level financial analysts in Ohio typically earn from $67,900 depending on the city and employer.
With 9,760 financial analyst jobs on record and a median salary of $94,280, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.