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Instructional Designer Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median instructional designer salary in Columbus, OH is $68,400 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 5.6% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$68,400
vs State Avg
+$3,600
vs National
$-3,600
Cost of Living
95%

Instructional Designer Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level instructional designer earns around $43,700, while experienced professionals earn up to $106,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$43,700
$-2,300 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,300
$-3,700 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$106,400
$-5,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $41,800
25th Percentile $53,200
Median (50th) $68,400
75th Percentile $90,250
90th Percentile $112,100

Instructional Designer Salary in Other Ohio Cities

How to Become a Instructional Designer in Columbus

Education

Most instructional designer positions require a master's degree. Columbus and the surrounding Ohio area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Instructional DesignArticulate/CaptivateLMSADDIE ModelE-LearningAssessment Design

Job Outlook

Nationally, instructional designer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Columbus may vary based on local industry and population growth.