As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for GIS Developer in Columbus, OH is $63,846, equivalent to $31 per hour, $1,228 weekly, or $5,321 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for GIS Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for GIS Developer in Columbus, OH vary widely, spanning from $53,298 to $76,648. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($58,325) and 75th percentile ($70,547), while top earners (90th percentile) make $76,648 per year. This $12,222 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or CAD, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbus GIS Developer often earn 0.0% lower than national averages. However, Columbus currently ranks 454 statewide for GIS 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
GIS Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $53,298 Columbus, OH February 01, 2026
25th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $58,325 Columbus, OH February 01, 2026
50th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $63,846 Columbus, OH February 01, 2026
75th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $70,547 Columbus, OH February 01, 2026
90th Percentile GIS Developer Salary $76,648 Columbus, OH February 01, 2026
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    GIS Developer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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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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