Fence Erector Salary in Ohio (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$47,870
per year
Hourly Rate
$23.01
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+-0% vs US median
US median $47,980
State Rank
#22 of 45
950 employed here

How much does a Fence Erector make in Ohio?

A Fence Erector working in Ohio earns a median salary of $47,870 per year, or about $23.01 per hour. That is 0% above the national median of $47,980 for this occupation.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $43,650 while the top 10% make $62,410 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $45,680 and $58,980 a year.

Fence Erector salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$43,650$20.99
25th percentile (early career)$45,680$21.96
50th percentile (median)$47,870$23.01
75th percentile (experienced)$58,980$28.36
90th percentile (top earners)$62,410$30.00

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 22nd out of 45 states and territories for Fence Erector pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$64,600
2Pennsylvania$58,600
3Minnesota$57,260
4New Jersey$56,690
5California$56,060

Working as a Fence Erector in Ohio

Nationally, about 24,000 people work as Fence Erectors in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($47,870) 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 Fence Erector make in Ohio?
The median Fence Erector salary in Ohio is $47,870 per year, or about $23.01 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $43,650 at the entry level to $62,410 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Fence Erectors about 0% more than the national median of $47,980. Ohio ranks 22nd out of 45 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Fence Erectors?
Yes on pay — Ohio pays above the national median for this occupation, at $47,870 a year. About 950 Fence Erectors are employed in Ohio. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
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.