Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $99,100 | $107,639 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $47.64 | $51.75 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $106,789.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $96,525 | $67,900 | $126,100 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $91,549 | $64,400 | $119,600 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Ohio is $99,100, or about $47.64 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Ohio is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Ohio typically earn from $67,900 depending on the city and employer.
With 14,390 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $99,100, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.