Physicists Salary in Ohio
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 4 metro areas • Ohio
Physicists in Ohio earn a median salary of $152,280 per year on average across 4 metro and nonmetro areas, -8.4% vs the national median of $166,290. An estimated 560 physicists are employed across Ohio, with salaries ranging from $114,900 to $225,930 depending on location.
$152,280
Avg median salary in Ohio
$225,930
Highest paying metro
$114,900
Lowest paying metro
560
Employed in Ohio
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Physicists salaries by city in Ohio
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, OH | $225,930 | $174,200 | $225,930 | 170 |
| Columbus, OH | $134,260 | $66,470 | $177,480 | 100 |
| Dayton, OH | $134,030 | $109,200 | $168,350 | 210 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $114,900 | $61,650 | $161,220 | 80 |