Creative & Education Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

ESL Teacher Salary in Ohio

The median esl teacher salary in Ohio is $50,400 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $56,000.

Median Salary

$50,400

vs National

$-5,600

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

ESL Teacher Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,600 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$51,300

$-5,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$75,600

$-8,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$32,400	$36,000	$-3,600
25th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
Median (50th)	$50,400	$56,000	$-5,600
75th Percentile	$64,800	$72,000	$-7,200
90th Percentile	$79,200	$88,000	$-8,800

ESL Teacher Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$53,200

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$48,160

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$50,400

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$45,920

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$47,040

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook in Ohio

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