Ohio Median
$60,080
per year
Hourly Rate
$28.88
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-12% vs US median
US median $68,120
State Rank
#39 of 43
2,370 employed here
How much does a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer make in Ohio?
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in Ohio take home a median of $60,080 annually — roughly $28.88 an hour — which runs 12% below the national median of $68,120.
Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $42,950 while the top 10% make $84,120 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $46,020 and $72,430 a year.
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary range in Ohio
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $42,950 | $20.65 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $46,020 | $22.13 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $60,080 | $28.88 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $72,430 | $34.82 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $84,120 | $40.44 |
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How Ohio compares
Ohio ranks 39th out of 43 states and territories for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary in other states
Connecticut $86,390California $82,090Massachusetts $81,670Washington $81,420Missouri $78,130Vermont $77,980Kansas $76,080North Dakota $75,990Oregon $75,150Arizona $74,450Virginia $74,390Minnesota $74,190Maine $72,920New Hampshire $71,680Montana $70,860New Jersey $70,460Tennessee $69,700Colorado $69,570Texas $69,550South Carolina $69,470Illinois $68,830New York $68,730Wisconsin $67,460South Dakota $66,650Pennsylvania $66,330Maryland $65,670Utah $65,610Oklahoma $65,590Kentucky $64,980Michigan $64,640Alabama $64,590North Carolina $63,990Florida $63,970Idaho $63,560Indiana $63,200Nebraska $63,190Rhode Island $62,640Georgia $61,360Iowa $57,780Nevada $57,210Arkansas $56,390Mississippi $50,190
Working as a Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer in Ohio
Nationally, about 29,000 people work as Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($60,080) 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 Programmer make in Ohio?
The median Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmer salary in Ohio is $60,080 per year, or about $28.88 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $42,950 at the entry level to $84,120 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers about 12% less than the national median of $68,120. Ohio ranks 39th out of 43 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $60,080 a year. About 2,370 Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers 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.