Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator Salary in Ohio (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators in Ohio, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$49,160
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.63
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-3% vs US median
US median $50,690
State Rank
#34 of 48
21,250 employed here

How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator make in Ohio?

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators in Ohio take home a median of $49,160 annually — roughly $23.63 an hour — which runs 3% below the national median of $50,690.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $37,170 while the top 10% make $70,630 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $41,920 and $61,910 a year.

Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$37,170$17.87
25th percentile (early career)$41,920$20.15
50th percentile (median)$49,160$23.63
75th percentile (experienced)$61,910$29.76
90th percentile (top earners)$70,630$33.96

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 34th out of 48 states and territories for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Washington$107,920
2Massachusetts$61,630
3North Dakota$60,250
4Connecticut$59,840
5New Hampshire$59,730

Working as a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator in Ohio

Nationally, about 169,000 people work as Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($49,160) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator make in Ohio?
The median Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operator salary in Ohio is $49,160 per year, or about $23.63 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $37,170 at the entry level to $70,630 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators about 3% less than the national median of $50,690. Ohio ranks 34th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $49,160 a year. About 21,250 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators are employed in Ohio. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Ohio?
The highest-paying occupations in Ohio include Surgeon, All Other ($554,220), Cardiologist ($504,260), Anesthesiologist ($490,530), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.