Accountant Salary in Cleveland, OH
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$74,099
Hourly Rate
$35.62
/hour
Jobs in Area
1,130
employed
Accountant Salary Range in Cleveland, OH
Annual Salary Range
$47k
10th percentile
$60k
25th
$86k
75th
$106k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $47,208 | $22.70 |
| 25th Percentile | $60,489 | $29.08 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $74,099 | $35.62 |
| 75th Percentile | $86,475 | $41.57 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $105,787 | $50.86 |
| Average (Mean) | $81,594 | $39.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Accountant salary in Cleveland, OH is $74,099 per year or $35.62 per hour as of 2024. 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 2024. The geographic area covered is the Cleveland-Elyria Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Cleveland, OH Compares
vs National Average
$79,880
vs Ohio Average
$78,777
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$80,983
Cost of living in Cleveland, OH is 8.5% below the national average.
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