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Physicists average salary by city in Ohio
- Cleveland$209,480
- Columbus$168,330
- Dayton$150,240
- Cincinnati$145,800
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | $209,480 | $239,360 | $184,170 | $145,347 | 94 |
| Columbus | $168,330 | $170,400 | $106,830 | $117,917 | 95 |
| Dayton | $150,240 | $151,050 | $125,150 | $106,503 | 93 |
| Cincinnati | $145,800 | $142,180 | $63,180 | $104,722 | 95 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Cleveland's local income tax (2.5%); the city income tax is that of the principal city (suburbs have their own rates) and school district income taxes are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 19-2012.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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