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24 Jobs That Pay Over $150K in Ohio (2025)

Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:

There are 24 occupations in Ohio with a median salary above $150K per year. The highest-paying is Cardiologists at $504,260/year. Based on 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Data: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025

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$57,873
$89,679

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS 2025 Annual

24
Jobs Over $150K
$504,260
#1: Cardiologists
$262,926
Avg of Qualifying Jobs
55,390
Workers in These Jobs

All 24 Jobs Paying Over $150K in Ohio

Ranked by median annual salary. Click any job to see the full salary breakdown.

# Occupation Median Salary Mean Salary Workers
1 Cardiologists $504,260 $493,580 760
2 Anesthesiologists $490,530 $422,500 780
3 Pediatric Surgeons $488,160 $395,190 N/A
4 Emergency Medicine Physicians $377,480 $344,190 1,170
5 Dermatologists $373,640 $312,020 N/A
6 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $323,480 $299,520 500
7 Physicians, Pathologists $309,480 $290,130 600
8 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $271,270 $339,480 150
9 Radiologists $260,000 $264,470 770
10 General Internal Medicine Physicians $249,990 $286,650 1,540
11 Psychiatrists $244,990 $250,210 690
12 Nurse Anesthetists $231,810 $236,830 2,300
13 Family Medicine Physicians $223,700 $226,800 1,490
14 Orthodontists $219,300 $206,430 250
15 Pediatricians, General $217,970 $223,710 2,110
16 Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $204,170 $222,540 1,550
17 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $181,520 $227,230 970
18 Chief Executives $176,440 $254,170 4,470
19 Dentists, General $167,410 $180,440 2,790
20 Architectural and Engineering Managers $166,870 $170,090 9,690
21 Computer and Information Systems Managers $163,640 $169,360 19,500
22 Physicists $162,900 $172,300 630
23 Medical Dosimetrists $150,900 $147,420 N/A
24 Commercial Pilots $150,330 $145,490 2,680

Ohio High-Salary Insights

The $150K+ jobs in Ohio are concentrated in Healthcare Practitioners fields.

3.4% of all tracked occupations in OH earn a median salary above $150K. The entry point for this group is $150,330/year (Commercial Pilots), while the top earner makes $504,260/year.

Ohio ranks #18 among all 50 states for the number of $150K+ jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many jobs pay over $150K a year in Ohio?
According to 2025 BLS data, there are 24 occupations in Ohio with a median annual salary above $150K. This represents 3.4% of all tracked occupations in OH.
What is the highest paying job in Ohio?
The highest paying occupation in Ohio is Cardiologists with a median salary of $504,260 per year based on 2025 BLS OEWS data.
What is the minimum salary to be on the $150K+ list in Ohio?
The entry point for the $150K+ list in Ohio is $150,330/year (Commercial Pilots). Any occupation with a median salary above $150K qualifies for this list.
What is the average salary of $150K+ jobs in Ohio?
The average median salary among all 24 occupations that pay over $150K in Ohio is $262,926 per year (2025 data).
How can I get a job that pays over $150K in Ohio?
High-paying jobs in Ohio typically require specialized education, certifications, or significant experience. Common fields include healthcare, technology, management, and engineering. Investing in relevant skills through certifications and advanced degrees can help you reach the $150K+ salary range. Check individual job pages for specific requirements.

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Data Source & Methodology

This list includes all occupations with BLS-published state-level median salary data above $150K per year. Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates. See our Methodology page for details.

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics