As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Automation Developer in Columbus, OH is $103,964, equivalent to $50 per hour, $1,999 weekly, or $8,664 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Automation Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Automation Developer in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $89,944 to $119,486. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($96,626) and 75th percentile ($112,089), while top earners (90th percentile) make $119,486 per year. This $15,463 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Python, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus Automation Developer often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 statewide for Automation Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Automation Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $89,944 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $96,626 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $103,964 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $112,089 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Automation Developer Salary $119,486 Columbus, OH April 01, 2026
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    Test Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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