Accountant Salary in Columbus, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$77,198
Hourly Rate
$37.11
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,062
employed
Accountant Salary Range in Columbus, OH
Annual Salary Range
$50k
10th percentile
$65k
25th
$93k
75th
$114k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $49,567 | $23.83 |
| 25th Percentile | $64,747 | $31.13 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $77,198 | $37.11 |
| 75th Percentile | $92,546 | $44.49 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $114,374 | $54.99 |
| Average (Mean) | $82,625 | $39.72 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Accountant salary in Columbus, OH is $77,198 per year or $37.11 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Columbus Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Columbus, OH Compares
vs National Average
$79,880
vs Ohio Average
$77,061
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$83,188
Cost of living in Columbus, OH is 7.2% below the national average.
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