Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,240 | $55,733 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.23 | $26.79 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,828.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $54,921 | $33,950 | $116,400 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $52,090 | $32,200 | $110,400 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Real Estate Agent in Ohio is $46,240, or about $22.23 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Real Estate Agents is $55,733. Ohio is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level real estate agents in Ohio typically earn from $33,950 depending on the city and employer.
With 5,130 real estate agent jobs on record and a median salary of $46,240, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.