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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2024

Lodging Managers salary in Cincinnati, Ohio

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Cincinnati metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated April 30, 2026
Median annual$61,600
Mean annual$67,410
Range (10th to 90th)$37,910 to $98,890
Cincinnati, Ohio employment180
State vs national-10.7% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Cincinnati lodging managers fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$37,91025TH$48,840MEDIAN$61,60075TH$87,50090TH$98,890

The middle 50% of workers earn between $48,840 and $87,500, with a median of $61,600.

Typical entry

  • Education

    High school diploma

  • Experience

    Less than 5 years

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • English Language

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Administration and Management

    Knowledge

    4.7 / 5

  • Personnel and Human Resources

    Knowledge

    4.6 / 5

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5

  • Mathematics

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Sales and Marketing

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5

  • Active Listening

    Basic skill

    4.1 / 5

  • Service Orientation

    Technical

    4.1 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Answer inquiries pertaining to hotel policies and services, and resolve occupants' complaints.

  2. 02

    Participate in financial activities, such as the setting of room rates, the establishment of budgets, and the allocation of funds to departments.

  3. 03

    Confer and cooperate with other managers to ensure coordination of hotel activities.

  4. 04

    Greet and register guests.

  5. 05

    Monitor the revenue activity of the hotel or facility.

  6. 06

    Meet with clients to schedule and plan details of conventions, banquets, receptions and other functions.

  7. 07

    Manage and maintain temporary or permanent lodging facilities.

  8. 08

    Train staff members.

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Other metros in Ohio

How the Cincinnati metro compares to other major Ohio metro areas for lodging managers.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Lodging Managers in Cincinnati, Ohio?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Lodging Managers in the Cincinnati metropolitan area is $61,600.
Does Cincinnati pay more than the Ohio state average for Lodging Managers?
The Cincinnati metro median is +5.4% versus the Ohio state median of $58,420.
How does Cincinnati compare to the national median for Lodging Managers?
The Cincinnati metro median is -10.7% versus the BLS national figure of $68,989.
What is the salary range for Lodging Managers in Cincinnati?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $37,910 and the 90th-percentile at $98,890 for the Cincinnati metro area.
What education is required for Lodging Managers?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as High school diploma. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Cincinnati CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.