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

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Ohio

The median wind turbine technician salary in Ohio is $51,588 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $57,320.

Median Salary

$51,588

vs National

$-5,732

State Rank

#38 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Wind Turbine Technician Salary in Ohio by Experience

In Ohio, an entry-level wind turbine technician earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $70,200 per year. The cost of living index in Ohio is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,800

$-4,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,200

$-5,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$70,200

$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Ohio

Percentile	OH Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$36,000	$40,000	$-4,000
25th Percentile	$43,200	$48,000	$-4,800
Median (50th)	$51,588	$57,320	$-5,732
75th Percentile	$63,000	$70,000	$-7,000
90th Percentile	$73,800	$82,000	$-8,200

Wind Turbine Technician Salary by City in Ohio

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

Columbus, OH

$54,454

Pop. 905,748 · COL 95%

Cleveland, OH

$49,295

Pop. 372,624 · COL 86%

Cincinnati, OH

$51,588

Pop. 309,317 · COL 90%

Toledo, OH

$47,002

Pop. 270,871 · COL 82%

Akron, OH

$48,149

Pop. 190,469 · COL 84%

How to Become a Wind Turbine Technician in Ohio

Education

Most wind turbine technician positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Ohio has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Wind Turbine SystemsElectricalHydraulicsClimbing/SafetyTroubleshootingPreventive Maintenance

Job Outlook in Ohio

Nationally, wind turbine technician employment is projected to grow 45% over the next decade (much faster than average). Ohio's demand may vary based on local industry trends.