Accountants and Auditors pay in Cleveland
In Cleveland (OH), the median pay for accountants and auditors is $38.46 an hour ($80,000 a year). About 10,740 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($83,680). It is about the same as the Ohio median ($79,320).
Pay range for accountants and auditors in Cleveland (OH)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.36 | $54,830 |
| 25% of workers | $30.49 | $63,420 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.46 | $80,000 |
| 75% of workers | $49.27 | $102,470 |
| 90% of workers | $62.45 | $129,900 |
Accountants and Auditors pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $81,700 | 11,410 |
| Cincinnati | $80,640 | 10,050 |
| Cleveland (this page) | $80,000 | 10,740 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $79,030 | 2,640 |
| Akron | $78,540 | 2,840 |
| Toledo | $77,400 | 2,130 |
| Sandusky | $74,360 | 260 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $73,080 | 1,150 |
| Lima | $72,980 | 300 |
| Canton-Massillon | $72,170 | 1,100 |
| Springfield | $71,420 | 270 |
| Mansfield | $67,280 | 260 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for accountants and auditors
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 115,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Cleveland (OH)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Loan Officers | $77,730 |
| Personal Financial Advisors | $81,130 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $98,320 |
| Financial Examiners | $46,960 |
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