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Fish and Game Wardens Salary in Ohio
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Fish and Game Wardens make in Ohio?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$75,880
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.3% vs 2024
$76,100
Mean Salary
$75,880
Median Salary
$36.48
Hourly Rate
160 people work as Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio
Fish and Game Wardens salary by percentile in Ohio
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio earn a median salary of $75,880 per year ($6,323/month).
This is 3.9% above the national average of $73,001.
Ohio ranks #13 out of 35 states for Fish and Game Wardens pay.
Approximately 160 people work in this occupation across Ohio.
Salaries decreased by 1.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Fish and Game Wardens
Patrol assigned area to prevent fish and game law violations. Investigate reports of damage to crops or property by wildlife. Compile biological data.
Top Skills
Active Listening
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.88
Speaking
3.75
Reading Comprehension
3.62
Judgment and Decision Making
3.5
Key Knowledge Areas
Law and Government
4.6
Public Safety and Security
4.49
Biology
4.14
English Language
4.14
Customer and Personal Service
4.11
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(79.3% of workers)
Salaries for Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio range from $56,620 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $100,710 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $62,380 and $87,170.
Median $75,880
P10: $56,620P25: $62,380P75: $87,170P90: $100,710
10th
$56,620
25th
$62,380
Median
$75,880
75th
$87,170
90th
$100,710
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$56,620
$27.22
$4,718
25th Percentile
$62,380
$29.99
$5,198
Median (50th)
$75,880
$36.48
$6,323
75th Percentile
$87,170
$41.91
$7,264
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$100,710
$48.42
$8,392
Note: The mean (average) salary of $76,100 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
The median annual salary for Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio is $75,880 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $76,100.
What is the salary range for a Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio?
Salaries for Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio range from $56,620 at the 10th percentile to $100,710 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $62,380 and $87,170.
What is the starting salary for a Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio?
Entry-level Fish and Game Wardens positions in Ohio typically start around $56,620 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $62,380 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 160 people are employed as Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio.
What is the hourly rate for a Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Fish and Game Wardens in Ohio is approximately $36.48 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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