Buyers and Purchasing Agents Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $61,370 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $29.51
10th percentile $37,440
90th percentile $99,260
Employed locally 370
National median $75,650

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,440
    25th
    $48,760
    50th (median)
    $61,370
    75th
    $76,640
    90th
    $99,260

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors$65,300
    Human Resources Specialists$57,740
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other$68,170
    Project Management Specialists$79,470
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists$57,140
    Training and Development Specialists$60,540

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Buyers and Purchasing Agents in Southern Ohio is $29.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $52.89 or more per hour.

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

    The median Buyers and Purchasing Agents salary in Southern Ohio is 18.9% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Buyers and Purchasing Agents (10th percentile) earn around $37,440 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,760.