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Drafters, All Other average salary by city in Ohio
- Cincinnati$63,280
- Cleveland$61,910
- Columbus$57,890
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | $63,280 | $60,950 | $53,050 | $50,588 | 95 |
| Cleveland | $61,910 | $58,690 | $51,100 | $49,117 | 94 |
| Columbus | $57,890 | $55,630 | $43,310 | $46,098 | 95 |
*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.
Drafters, All Other salary in other states
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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 17-3019.
- 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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