Gambling Dealer Salary in Ohio (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Ohio Median
$40,710
per year
Hourly Rate
$19.57
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+19% vs US median
US median $34,320
State Rank
#7 of 34
640 employed here

How much does a Gambling Dealer make in Ohio?

A Gambling Dealer working in Ohio earns a median salary of $40,710 per year, or about $19.57 per hour. That is 19% above the national median of $34,320 for this occupation.

Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $24,810 while the top 10% make $81,730 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $32,300 and $48,600 a year.

Gambling Dealer salary range in Ohio

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$24,810$11.93
25th percentile (early career)$32,300$15.53
50th percentile (median)$40,710$19.57
75th percentile (experienced)$48,600$23.37
90th percentile (top earners)$81,730$39.29

How Ohio compares

Ohio ranks 7th out of 34 states and territories for Gambling Dealer pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Oregon$62,230
2Wisconsin$61,670
3Arizona$60,940
4Washington$58,700
5New York$50,860

Working as a Gambling Dealer in Ohio

Nationally, about 84,000 people work as Gambling Dealers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($40,710) 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 Gambling Dealer make in Ohio?
The median Gambling Dealer salary in Ohio is $40,710 per year, or about $19.57 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $24,810 at the entry level to $81,730 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Gambling Dealers about 19% more than the national median of $34,320. Ohio ranks 7th out of 34 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Gambling Dealers?
Yes on pay — Ohio pays above the national median for this occupation, at $40,710 a year. About 640 Gambling Dealers 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.