Ohio Median
$110,480
per year
Hourly Rate
$53.12
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-14% vs US median
US median $129,180
State Rank
#28 of 48
6,010 employed here
How much does an Information Security Analyst make in Ohio?
Information Security Analysts in Ohio take home a median of $110,480 annually — roughly $53.12 an hour — which runs 14% below the national median of $129,180.
Within Ohio, entry-level pay starts around $68,070 while the top 10% make $171,450 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $83,250 and $138,520 a year.
Information Security Analyst salary range in Ohio
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $68,070 | $32.73 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $83,250 | $40.02 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $110,480 | $53.12 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $138,520 | $66.60 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $171,450 | $82.43 |
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How Ohio compares
Ohio ranks 28th out of 48 states and territories for Information Security Analyst pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Information Security Analyst salary in other states
Washington $154,940Maryland $139,640California $138,570Delaware $137,030Massachusetts $136,550Colorado $135,220District of Columbia $135,090Virginia $134,900New Jersey $134,820New York $134,660North Carolina $131,540Minnesota $130,710Connecticut $130,570New Mexico $130,070Texas $129,890Georgia $128,970Hawaii $126,250Arizona $125,260Florida $124,860Illinois $124,180New Hampshire $124,000Alabama $122,730Iowa $119,710Pennsylvania $117,770South Dakota $116,640Tennessee $115,430Alaska $114,990Vermont $109,750Rhode Island $109,420North Dakota $107,540Michigan $106,230Nevada $106,200South Carolina $105,800Kentucky $103,630Arkansas $103,490Missouri $103,440Maine $101,730Wisconsin $101,550Indiana $101,420Kansas $100,620Utah $99,690Wyoming $98,710Oklahoma $94,000Louisiana $92,990Nebraska $92,550Mississippi $87,690Montana $81,950
Working as an Information Security Analyst in Ohio
Nationally, about 191,000 people work as Information Security Analysts in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Ohio pay ($110,480) 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 Information Security Analyst make in Ohio?
The median Information Security Analyst salary in Ohio is $110,480 per year, or about $53.12 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $68,070 at the entry level to $171,450 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Ohio pay compare to the national average?
Ohio pays Information Security Analysts about 14% less than the national median of $129,180. Ohio ranks 28th out of 48 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Ohio a good state for Information Security Analysts?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $110,480 a year. About 6,010 Information Security Analysts 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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