How much does an Aquarist make in Columbus, OH?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Aquarist in Columbus, OH is $43,922. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $42,314 to $48,934, with most professionals earning between $40,849 and $53,496.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Aquarist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aquarist Salary $40,849 Columbus,OH March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aquarist Salary $42,314 Columbus,OH March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aquarist Salary $43,922 Columbus,OH March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aquarist Salary $48,934 Columbus,OH March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aquarist Salary $53,496 Columbus,OH March 01, 2025
25% $42,314 10% $40,849 90% $53,496 75% $48,934 $43,922 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Aquarist

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Columbus, Ohio    The confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers occurs just north-west of Downtown Columbus. Several smaller tributaries course through the Columbus....More

Columbus, Ohio  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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