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Architectural and Civil Drafters average salary by city in Ohio
- Cincinnati$72,120
- Dayton$67,380
- Akron$66,670
- Toledo$65,510
- Cleveland$65,410
- Columbus$63,760
- Youngstown$62,350
- Canton$60,570
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $72,120 | $70,010 | $57,790 | $56,727 | 95 |
| Dayton | $67,380 | $63,200 | $56,050 | $53,137 | 93 |
| Akron | $66,670 | $62,670 | $51,930 | $52,674 | 93 |
| Toledo | $65,510 | $61,930 | $52,670 | $51,820 | 91 |
| Cleveland | $65,410 | $62,130 | $57,040 | $51,745 | 94 |
| Columbus | $63,760 | $61,310 | $49,510 | $50,506 | 95 |
| Youngstown | $62,350 | $62,080 | $50,930 | $49,291 | 87 |
| Canton | $60,570 | $58,730 | $50,020 | $48,110 | 89 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; includes Cincinnati's local income tax (1.8%); the city income tax is that of the principal city (suburbs have their own rates) and school district income taxes are not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 17-3011.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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