Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $82,510 | $98,331 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.67 | $47.27 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $88,912.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | $83,488 | $63,050 | $101,850 | 93 |
| Cleveland | $79,184 | $59,800 | $96,600 | 88 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Ohio is $82,510, or about $39.67 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Ohio is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Ohio typically earn from $63,050 depending on the city and employer.
With 143,730 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $82,510, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.