Natural Sciences Managers Salary in Akron, OH

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Akron, OH

Median annual salary $127,890 -20.7% vs national
Median hourly $61.49
10th percentile $68,930
90th percentile $208,570
Employed locally 30
National median $161,180

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,930
    25th
    $89,370
    50th (median)
    $127,890
    75th
    $159,890
    90th
    $208,570

    Akron economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.40% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $71,312 2023 • Census ACS
    Natural Sciences Managers salary vs area income 179% Median Natural Sciences Managers salary is 79% above the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Natural Sciences Managers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $222,840
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $221,480
    Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH $219,380
    Massachusetts $218,800
    Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR $211,880
    Worcester, MA $211,400

    Nearby metros — Natural Sciences Managers salary comparison

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN $164,270
    Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH $138,770
    Ohio $135,990
    Columbus, OH $132,970
    Cleveland, OH $130,970
    Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area $118,580

    Related occupations in Akron, OH

    OccupationMedian salary
    General and Operations Managers $96,600
    Financial Managers $132,410
    Sales Managers $128,710
    Medical and Health Services Managers $102,400
    Industrial Production Managers $102,290
    Construction Managers $90,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Natural Sciences Managers make per hour in Akron?

    The median hourly wage for Natural Sciences Managers in Akron, OH is $61.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $101.03 or more per hour.

    Is Akron above or below average for Natural Sciences Managers salaries?

    The median Natural Sciences Managers salary in Akron, OH is 20.7% below the national median of $161,180. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Natural Sciences Managers in Akron?

    Entry-level Natural Sciences Managers (10th percentile) earn around $68,930 per year in Akron, OH. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $89,370.