Trades & Labor Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Machinist Salary in Ohio

The median machinist salary in Ohio is $43,983 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $48,870.

Median Salary

$43,983

vs National

$-4,887

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Machinist Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level machinist earns around $30,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $64,800 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$30,600

$-3,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$45,000

$-5,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$64,800

$-7,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$35,100	$39,000	$-3,900
Median (50th)	$43,983	$48,870	$-4,887
75th Percentile	$54,900	$61,000	$-6,100
90th Percentile	$66,600	$74,000	$-7,400

Machinist Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$46,427

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$42,028

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$43,983

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$40,073

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$41,051

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Machinist in Ohio

Education

Most machinist positions require a high school diploma. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

CNC ProgrammingBlueprint ReadingPrecision MeasurementMetalworkingCAD/CAMQuality Control

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, machinist employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.