Hospitality & Tourism Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Event Planner Salary in Ohio

The median event planner salary in Ohio is $51,228 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $56,920.

Median Salary

$51,228

vs National

$-5,692

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Event Planner Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level event planner earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $85,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,500

$-3,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$85,500

$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$37,800	$42,000	$-4,200
Median (50th)	$51,228	$56,920	$-5,692
75th Percentile	$70,200	$78,000	$-7,800
90th Percentile	$91,800	$102,000	$-10,200

Event Planner Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$54,074

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$48,951

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$51,228

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$46,674

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$47,813

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Event Planner in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

Event CoordinationVendor ManagementBudgetingNegotiationLogisticsCustomer Service

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, event planner employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.