June 2026 edition
The Ohio contractor market report
12,409 active licensed contractors across 3 trades, counted directly from the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board (OCILB) — led by hvac contractors at 4,899. Last data refresh: 2026-05-24.
12,409Active licenses
11,774,683Residents
10.5Licenses per 10k
$71,229Median income
33,640Permits (2025)
Licenses by trade
| Trade | Active licenses | Map |
|---|---|---|
| HVAC Contractors | 4,899 | → |
| Electricians | 4,449 | → |
| Plumbers | 3,061 | → |
Where the contractors are
| City | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 76 |
| Columbus | 72 |
| Cleveland | 57 |
| Dayton | 32 |
| Akron | 25 |
| Mansfield | 24 |
| Hamilton | 22 |
| Canton | 14 |
| Ashland | 14 |
| Toledo | 14 |
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