Licensed Professional Engineer Salary in Ohio

How much does a Licensed Professional Engineer make in Ohio?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Licensed Professional Engineer in Ohio is $78,248 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Licensed Professional Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $88,729
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,374 to $83,734
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,027
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Licensed Professional Engineer Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $83,734 $6,978 $1,610 $40
Average $78,248 $6,521 $1,505 $38
25th Percentile $72,374 $6,031 $1,392 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Licensed Professional Engineer Salaries

A Licensed Professional Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Licensed Professional Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Licensed Professional Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,844
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $90,022
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,211
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $136,960
  • Expert (over 8 years): $158,138
Levels Salary
Licensed ... Level Licensed Professional Engineer$77,844
Engineer ... Level Licensed Professional Engineer$90,022
Engineer ... Level Licensed Professional Engineer$108,211
Engineer ... Level Licensed Professional Engineer$136,960
Engineer ... Level Licensed Professional Engineer$158,138
$77,844 0 yr
$90,022 < 2 yrs
$108,211 2-4 yrs
$136,960 5-8 yrs
$158,138 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Licensed Professional Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Dublin: $78,101
  • Etna: $77,778
  • Fredericktown: $75,949

Licensed Professional Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Licensed Professional Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Licensed Professional Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Licensed Professional Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Licensed Professional Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$97,810$47.025%
Energy & Utilities$93,897$45.020%
Aerospace & Defense$89,985$43.015%
Internet$89,985$43.015%
Chemicals$86,072$41.010%

Licensed Professional Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Licensed Professional Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

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