Epidemiologist Salary in Ohio (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Epidemiologists in Ohio, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$76,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$36.77
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-12% vs US median
US median $87,220
State Rank
#31 of 42
300 employed here

How much does an Epidemiologist make in Ohio?

Epidemiologists in Ohio take home a median of $76,480 annually — roughly $36.77 an hour — which runs 12% below the national median of $87,220.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $54,410 while the top 10% make $130,560 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $61,780 and $99,060 a year.

Epidemiologist salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$54,410$26.16
25th percentile (early career)$61,780$29.70
50th percentile (median)$76,480$36.77
75th percentile (experienced)$99,060$47.63
90th percentile (top earners)$130,560$62.77

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 31st out of 42 states and territories for Epidemiologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Massachusetts$115,890
2District of Columbia$112,370
3California$110,760
4New Jersey$109,760
5Washington$108,240

Working as an Epidemiologist in Ohio

Nationally, about 12,000 people work as Epidemiologists in the United States. A master's degree (usually 5 to 6 years of college) is typically required.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($76,480) 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 an Epidemiologist make in Ohio?
The median Epidemiologist salary in Ohio is $76,480 per year, or about $36.77 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $54,410 at the entry level to $130,560 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Epidemiologists about 12% less than the national median of $87,220. Ohio ranks 31st out of 42 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Epidemiologists?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $76,480 a year. About 300 Epidemiologists 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.