Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $83,360 | $109,436 | -24% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.08 | $52.61 | -24% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $89,828.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $95,060 | $72,750 | $135,800 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $90,160 | $69,000 | $128,800 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a UX Designer in Ohio is $83,360, or about $40.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for UX Designers is $109,436. Ohio is -24% below the national median.
Entry-level ux designers in Ohio typically earn from $72,750 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,520 ux designer jobs on record and a median salary of $83,360, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.