Engineering Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Civil Engineer Salary in Ohio

The median civil engineer salary in Ohio is $80,946 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $89,940.

Median Salary

$80,946

vs National

$-8,994

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Civil Engineer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level civil engineer earns around $55,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $117,000 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$55,800

$-6,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$81,000

$-9,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$117,000

$-13,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$54,360	$60,400	$-6,040
25th Percentile	$65,880	$73,200	$-7,320
Median (50th)	$80,946	$89,940	$-8,994
75th Percentile	$102,600	$114,000	$-11,400
90th Percentile	$124,740	$138,600	$-13,860

Civil Engineer Salary by City in Ohio

The largest employment areas for civil engineers in Ohio include Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and Toledo. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Columbus, OH

$85,443

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$77,348

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$80,946

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$73,751

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$75,550

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Civil Engineer in Ohio

Education

Most civil engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AutoCADStructural AnalysisProject ManagementGISConstruction ManagementPE License

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, civil engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.