Retail & Sales Ohio (OH) Rank #38 of 50

Sales Representative Salary in Ohio

The median sales representative salary in Ohio is $59,067 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $65,630.

Median Salary

$59,067

vs National

$-6,563

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Sales Representative Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level sales representative earns around $31,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $130,500 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)

$61,200

$-6,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$130,500

$-14,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$28,800	$32,000	$-3,200
25th Percentile	$39,600	$44,000	$-4,400
Median (50th)	$59,067	$65,630	$-6,563
75th Percentile	$90,000	$100,000	$-10,000
90th Percentile	$136,800	$152,000	$-15,200

Sales Representative Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$62,349

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$56,442

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$59,067

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$53,817

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$55,129

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Sales Representative in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

ProspectingNegotiationCRM SoftwarePresentationProduct KnowledgeClosing

Job Outlook in Ohio

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