Musicians and Singers pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for musicians and singers is $33.36 an hour ($69,389 a year). About 1,760 people work in this job there.
That is 30% lower than the U.S. median ($99,424). Ohio ranks 23rd of 28 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for musicians and singers in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.59 | $38,667 |
| 25% of workers | $24.98 | $51,958 |
| Half of workers (median) | $33.36 | $69,389 |
| 75% of workers | $60.79 | $126,443 |
| 90% of workers | $75.90 | $157,872 |
Musicians and Singers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $123,885 | 160 |
| Cincinnati | $104,000 | 310 |
| Toledo | $92,165 | 190 |
| Cleveland | $74,443 | 370 |
| Columbus | $61,090 | 250 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for musicians and singers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +0.3% over ten years, little or no change · about 17,400 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
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