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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Industrial & Warehouse
Columbus, OH

Assembler Jobs in Columbus

Temp and flexible assembler positions in Columbus pay $14.00-$19.36/hr — 7% below the national average, with a cost of living 12% below the U.S. baseline.

$14-$19

Per Hour

$667

Weekly (40hrs)

88

Cost Index

EST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Columbus

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Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1200
Groceries$310
Transport$75
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About Assembler Jobs in Columbus

Assemblers in Columbus earn $14.00-$19.36/hr, below the national average.

Assemblers put together components to create finished products in manufacturing environments, following detailed instructions and using hand tools or machinery.

Most assembler positions in Columbus are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Assembler Pay: Columbus vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Columbus, OH$14–$19/hr88$1,200
Chicago, IL$15–$24/hr107$1,700
Cincinnati, OH$14–$18/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$14–$18/hr82$1,000
Detroit, MI$14–$20/hr89$1,050
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Assembler in Columbus

2.2x
Tight Budget
72
Hours to pay rent
45%
Rent / gross income
497
Monthly disposable
11% more affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Columbus

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$2,889
Est. taxes (~22%)-$636
Take-home$2,253
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,200
Groceries + transport$385
Remaining$668

Based on avg Assembler rate of $16.68/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assemble components according to specifications
  • Read and follow work instructions and blueprints
  • Use hand tools and assembly equipment
  • Inspect finished products for quality
  • Meet production targets

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Manual dexterity
Attention to detail
Following instructions
Quality control
Teamwork
Requirements
  • Good hand-eye coordination
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Standing for extended periods

Earnings Calculator for Columbus

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$17/hr
$14/hr$19.36/hr
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5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$425
Monthly
$1,840
Yearly
$22,100
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Career Path from Assembler

Assembler

0-2 years

Senior Assembler

2-4 years

Team Lead

4-6 years

Production Supervisor

6+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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