September 2026 edition
The Ohio contractor market report
12,552 active licensed contractors across 3 trades, counted directly from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB), led by hvac contractors at 4,988. Last data refresh: 2026-07-07.
Licenses by trade
| Trade | Active licenses | Map |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC Contractors | 4,988 | → |
| Electricians | 4,555 | → |
| Plumbers | 3,105 | → |
Where the contractors are
| City | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 78 |
| Columbus | 72 |
| Dayton | 47 |
| Cleveland | 43 |
| Akron | 22 |
| Hamilton | 19 |
| Canton | 15 |
| Toledo | 15 |
| Ashland | 14 |
| Mansfield | 14 |
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Get the Ohio contractor list →Common questions about the Ohio contractor market
How many licensed contractors are in Ohio?
12,552 active licensed contractors are registered in Ohio across 3 trades, counted directly from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) as of 2026-07-07.
Which trade has the most licensed contractors in Ohio?
HVAC Contractors lead Ohio with 4,988 active licenses, the largest of the 3 trades covered here.
Which Ohio cities have the most licensed contractors?
Cincinnati, Columbus, Dayton lead Ohio by licensed-contractor count. ContractorRoster covers every city and ZIP in the state, not just the major metros.
How current is this Ohio market data?
The Ohio numbers were last refreshed 2026-07-07, sourced direct from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB). Expired and lapsed licenses are filtered out, so every count reflects active licenses only.