Technology Ohio (OH) Rank #33 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Ohio

The median software engineer salary in Ohio is $111,780 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$111,780

vs National

$-12,420

State Rank

#33 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Software Engineer Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level software engineer earns around $70,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $166,500 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$112,500

$-12,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$166,500

$-18,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$67,140	$74,600	$-7,460
25th Percentile	$88,380	$98,200	$-9,820
Median (50th)	$111,780	$124,200	$-12,420
75th Percentile	$142,380	$158,200	$-15,820
90th Percentile	$178,722	$198,580	$-19,858

Software Engineer Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$117,990

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$106,812

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$111,780

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$101,844

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$104,328

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Software Engineer in Ohio

Education

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

Key Skills

PythonJavaScriptSQLGitCloud PlatformsSystem Design

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, software engineer employment is projected to grow 25% over the next decade (much faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.