Pipelayers pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for pipelayers is $34.41 an hour ($71,560 a year). About 1,160 people work in this job there.
That is 46% higher than the U.S. median ($49,000). Ohio ranks 8th of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pipelayers in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.52 | $46,840 |
| 25% of workers | $28.62 | $59,530 |
| Half of workers (median) | $34.41 | $71,560 |
| 75% of workers | $38.33 | $79,720 |
| 90% of workers | $44.01 | $91,540 |
Pipelayers pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Youngstown-Warren | $81,250 | 30 |
| Cleveland | $79,840 | 100 |
| Toledo | $76,870 | 30 |
| Columbus | $71,560 | 430 |
| Cincinnati | $70,910 | 170 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pipelayers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Short-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: -3.1% over ten years, declining · about 2,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Construction Laborers | $56,080 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $63,330 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $74,790 |
| Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators | $60,280 |
| Structural Iron and Steel Workers | $74,710 |
| Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $45,760 |
| Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners | $50,750 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $67,600 |
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