Registered Nurse salary in Ohio
Registered Nurses in Ohio earn a median of $39.06 per hour, about $81,250 a year, 13% below the U.S. median of $45.00. The middle half earn between $37.22 and $46.84 per hour. The highest median among Ohio metro areas is in Sandusky, OH, at $39.93 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $39.06median pay per hour
- $81,250median pay per year
- 138,360registered nurses employed in Ohio
- #34of 50 states by median pay
Registered Nurse pay in Ohio: percentiles
| Level | Ohio per hour | Ohio per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.76 | $66,060 | $31.75 |
| Lower quartile | $37.22 | $77,420 | $37.79 |
| Median | $39.06 | $81,250 | $45.00 |
| Upper quartile | $46.84 | $97,430 | $51.90 |
| Top 10% | $49.83 | $103,650 | $65.06 |
Registered Nurse pay by metro area in Ohio
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Ohio median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandusky, OH | $39.93 | $83,060 | 920 | 2% above | $44.72 |
| Columbus, OH | $39.67 | $82,520 | 26,790 | 2% above | $41.55 |
| Cleveland, OH | $39.41 | $81,970 | 28,100 | 1% above | $41.96 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $39.32 | $81,790 | 27,870 | 1% above | $41.23 |
| Akron, OH | $39.19 | $81,520 | 7,950 | in line with | $41.97 |
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH | $38.94 | $80,990 | 11,160 | in line with | $42.01 |
| Toledo, OH | $38.19 | $79,440 | 8,010 | 2% below | $41.76 |
| Lima, OH | $37.75 | $78,510 | 1,700 | 3% below | $42.10 |
| Mansfield, OH | $37.68 | $78,370 | 1,140 | 4% below | $42.40 |
| Canton-Massillon, OH | $37.33 | $77,650 | 4,100 | 4% below | $41.75 |
| Springfield, OH | $37.11 | $77,180 | 1,130 | 5% below | $41.01 |
| Youngstown-Warren, OH | $36.47 | $75,850 | 4,060 | 7% below | $41.73 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Registered Nurse pay in states next to Ohio
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Ohio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana | $38.82 | $80,740 | 1% below Ohio |
| Kentucky | $38.42 | $79,910 | 2% below Ohio |
| Michigan | $41.19 | $85,670 | 5% above Ohio |
| Pennsylvania | $42.12 | $87,610 | 8% above Ohio |
| West Virginia | $38.46 | $79,990 | 2% below Ohio |
What employers are posting in Ohio
- 28roles with published pay
- $45median pay per hour
- $36–$59typical published range
- 8employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Select Medical | 11 | $44.45 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 7 | $56.13 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 3 | $46.52 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 2 | $39.19 |
| Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center | 2 | $39.50 |
| LifePoint Health | 1 | $30.43 |
| Premise Health | 1 | $35.55 |
| Amedisys | 1 | $41.11 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 28 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a registered nurse make in Ohio?
The median is $39.06 per hour, about $81,250 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $31.76 and the top 10% earn over $49.83 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Ohio city pays registered nurses the most?
Among Ohio metro areas, Sandusky, OH has the highest median at $39.93 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Ohio rank for registered nurse pay?
Ohio ranks 34th of 50 states by median registered nurse pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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