Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $130,480 | $149,469 | -13% |
| Median hourly wage | $62.73 | $71.86 | -13% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $140,603.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $126,100 | $72,750 | $160,050 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $119,600 | $69,000 | $151,800 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Ohio is $130,480, or about $62.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Ohio is -13% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Ohio typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 8,040 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $130,480, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.