Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners Salary in Eastern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $43,560 -26.7% vs national
Median hourly $20.94
10th percentile $34,520
90th percentile $72,410
Employed locally 70
National median $59,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,520
    25th
    $36,720
    50th (median)
    $43,560
    75th
    $56,690
    90th
    $72,410

    Top-paying metros for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Portland-South Portland, ME $127,160
    Maine $127,160
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $81,120
    Waterloo-Cedar Falls, IA $80,370
    Kahului-Wailuku, HI $79,770
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $79,070

    Related occupations in Eastern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Accountants and Auditors $69,530
    Human Resources Specialists $61,240
    Buyers and Purchasing Agents $62,950
    Project Management Specialists $83,040
    Business Operations Specialists, All Other $66,680
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $60,140

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners make per hour in Eastern Ohio?

    The median hourly wage for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Eastern Ohio is $20.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.81 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern Ohio above or below average for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salaries?

    The median Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners salary in Eastern Ohio is 26.7% below the national median of $59,440. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners in Eastern Ohio?

    Entry-level Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners (10th percentile) earn around $34,520 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,720.