Software Developers Salary in Ohio
Software Developers in Ohio earn a median of $114,090 a year, −16% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $114,090
- vs. U.S. median
- −16% ($135,980)
- Rank among states
- 41 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 44,790
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,790; the top 10% earn over $168,400. Nationally the range is $82,460 to $214,670.
States ranked near Ohio
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Software Developers pay in Ohio
How much do software developers make in Ohio?
The median is $114,090 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $77,790 and the top 10% earn over $168,400. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for software developers?
On pay alone it ranks 41 of 50 (−16% vs. the national median of $135,980). Living costs are not included.