Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for commercial and industrial designers is $38.21 an hour ($79,470 a year). About 1,190 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($83,910). Ohio ranks 22nd of 41 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for commercial and industrial designers in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.31 | $50,560 |
| 25% of workers | $29.87 | $62,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.21 | $79,470 |
| 75% of workers | $50.15 | $104,310 |
| 90% of workers | $60.74 | $126,330 |
Commercial and Industrial Designers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $95,160 | 350 |
| Akron | $79,640 | 80 |
| Cleveland | $78,270 | 200 |
| Toledo | $77,720 | 40 |
| Columbus | $77,640 | 240 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $70,150 | 100 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for commercial and industrial designers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.4% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 2,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Industrial Engineers | $100,060 |
| Mechanical Engineers | $99,100 |
| Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians | $78,500 |
| Materials Engineers | $106,510 |
| Mechanical Drafters | $70,580 |
| Graphic Designers | $60,080 |
| Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers | $37,850 |
| Interior Designers | $61,410 |
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