Military & Federal
The economic impact of our dedicated military and federal community is vast, and Ohio will continue to invest to ensure we remain the #1 state for military and federal missions.
#3
Department of Defense Air Force civilian employees
#4
Department of Defense 4th Estate civilian employees
62,000
Defense personnel earning $3.3 Billion in payroll
Top 10
States with largest veteran population
Federal & Military Access in Ohio
Ohio’s vast array of federal and military installations supports over 380,000 jobs and delivers nearly $40 billion in gross regional product. Surrounding those installations is an industrial base that represents $69 billion in total economic activity, accounting for nearly 6% of the state’s economy.
- Ohio is a military and federal employee-friendly state – welcoming personnel and families to be stationed in Ohio.
- JobsOhio and its partners reinforce the importance of military and federal installations in Ohio, leveraging existing programs for the benefit of the military.
- Find Your Ohio – JobsOhio connects transitioning military members, veterans, and their families with employers throughout the state. Click here to learn more.
Ohio’s Military & Federal Installations
Ohio supports the growth and success of several U.S. Department of Defense installations that perform mission-critical work to keep our country safe and push the boundaries of space exploration.
The Path to Space Runs Through Ohio
Ohio’s rich legacy and expanding influence in space exploration create unrivaled opportunities for companies that serve the aerospace industry. Check out the recent coverage in the Dayton Daily News about how the work being done by the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright Patterson Air Force Base is making the next American mission to the moon possible.
