Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Eastern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $62,950 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $30.27
10th percentile $35,820
90th percentile $100,220
Employed locally 380
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,820
    25th
    $47,960
    50th (median)
    $62,950
    75th
    $78,300
    90th
    $100,220

    Top-paying metros for Buyers and Purchasing Agents

    Metro areaMedian salary
    District of Columbia $117,960
    Lexington Park, MD $105,810
    Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $103,560
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $102,140
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $99,200
    Northeast Virginia nonmetropolitan area $99,200

    Related occupations in Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$69,530
    Human Resources Specialists$61,240
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$66,680
    Project Management Specialists$83,040
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$60,140
    Training and Development Specialists$58,930

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Buyers and Purchasing Agents make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Eastern Ohio is $30.27, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.39 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Buyers and Purchasing Agents salaries?

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Eastern Ohio is 16.8% below the national median of $75,650. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $35,820 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,960.