Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $135,510 | $146,653 | -8% |
| Median hourly wage | $65.15 | $70.51 | -8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $146,024.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $131,105 | $72,750 | $169,750 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $124,347 | $69,000 | $161,000 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Sales Manager in Ohio is $135,510, or about $65.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Sales Managers is $146,653. Ohio is -8% below the national median.
Entry-level sales managers in Ohio typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 22,840 sales manager jobs on record and a median salary of $135,510, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.