Engineering Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Ohio

The median mechanical engineer salary in Ohio is $86,679 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $96,310.

Median Salary

$86,679

vs National

$-9,631

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level mechanical engineer earns around $58,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $124,200 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$58,500

$-6,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$86,400

$-9,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$124,200

$-13,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$57,060	$63,400	$-6,340
25th Percentile	$70,920	$78,800	$-7,880
Median (50th)	$86,679	$96,310	$-9,631
75th Percentile	$107,640	$119,600	$-11,960
90th Percentile	$131,580	$146,200	$-14,620

Mechanical Engineer Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$91,495

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$82,827

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$86,679

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$78,974

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$80,900

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Mechanical Engineer in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

SolidWorks/CADThermodynamicsFEAManufacturingMaterials SciencePE License

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, mechanical engineer employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.