Manufacturing continues to lead Ohio’s economy, according to the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) newly released 2025 Ohio Manufacturing Counts report. The sector generated $137.9 billion in GDP in 2024, a 2.9% increase, and accounted for 16.5% of Ohio’s private economy, the largest share of any industry. Ohio ranks fifth nationally in manufacturing output and third in manufacturing employment with more than 687,000 jobs.

The report highlights high wages, strong investment and growing global reach, including $49.9 billion in payroll, an average annual wage of $76,493, and $55.8 billion in exports. Statewide, 11,278 new manufacturing jobs were announced in 2023 projects, and more than 220 major investments moved forward last year.

Environmental performance continues to strengthen as industrial emissions have fallen more than 75% since 1988.

OMA President Ryan Augsburger said the data underscore a clear message: “Manufacturing sets the pace for Ohio’s economy.”

Read the full report here. 12/11/2025