Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $95,770 | $104,968 | -9% |
| Median hourly wage | $46.04 | $50.47 | -9% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $103,200.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $93,120 | $63,050 | $140,650 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $88,320 | $59,800 | $133,400 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Project Manager in Ohio is $95,770, or about $46.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Project Managers is $104,968. Ohio is -9% below the national median.
Entry-level project managers in Ohio typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 34,260 project manager jobs on record and a median salary of $95,770, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.