Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Ohio compares
Ohio's median is $52,450, $5,100 (8.9%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 25th, mid-table among the 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $71,400 or more and the bottom 10% under $39,360. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 400 marine mechanics work in Ohio, 1.7% of the U.S. total. For the size of its workforce, Ohio has fewer marine mechanics than the U.S. average (0.48×).
Pay distribution: Ohio vs. United States
Ohio median $52,450
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Ohio annual | Ohio hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $39,360 | Not loaded | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $45,730 | Not loaded | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $52,450 | $25.21 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $60,410 | Not loaded | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $71,400 | Not loaded | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $54,620 | $26.26 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
Hourly percentiles for this state are published by BLS but not loaded here yet, so they show as “Not loaded”.
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Ohio
How much does a marine mechanic make in Ohio?
The median is $52,450 a year, or $25.21 an hour (May 2025). The average is $54,620.
Is Ohio a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 25th of 50, 8.9% below the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Ohio?
About 400.