Ohio Per Diem Rates 2026 (GSA FY2027)
The standard FY2027 per diem in Ohio is $113 lodging + $68 M&IE ($181/day); 6 locations have higher rates, up to $174/night in Sandusky.
Effective Thu, Oct 1, 2026 to Thu, Sep 30, 2027.
$181
Standard rate per day
$113 lodging + $68 M&IE
6
Listed higher-rate locations
in Ohio
$174
Highest lodging per night
Sandusky, Jun 1–Aug 31
$86
Highest M&IE per day
Cincinnati
Highest lodging rate by Ohio city
Standard rate: $113/night (applies to every city not listed)
- Sandusky$174
- Cincinnati$170
- Cleveland$167
- Columbus$138
- Hamilton$131
- Dayton / Fairborn$120
All Ohio per diem rates (FY2027)
| City | County | Lodging per night | M&IE | First/last day (75%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | Hamilton / Clermont | All year: $170 | $86 | $64.50 |
| Cleveland | Cuyahoga | All year: $167 | $80 | $60 |
| Columbus | Franklin | All year: $138 | $80 | $60 |
| Dayton / Fairborn | Greene / Montgomery | All year: $120 | $74 | $55.50 |
| Hamilton | Butler / Warren | All year: $131 | $74 | $55.50 |
| Sandusky | Erie | Oct 1–Nov 30: $120 Dec 1–May 31: $127 Jun 1–Aug 31: $174 Sep 1–Sep 30: $120 | $68 | $51 |
Anywhere in Ohio not listed uses the standard rate: $113 lodging + $68 M&IE.
Meals and incidentals (M&IE) in Ohio
| M&IE per day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | Incid. | First/last day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $68 | $16 | $19 | $28 | $5 | $51 |
| $74 | $18 | $20 | $31 | $5 | $55.50 |
| $80 | $20 | $22 | $33 | $5 | $60 |
| $86 | $22 | $23 | $36 | $5 | $64.50 |
Calculate your Ohio trip
Ohio (standard rate): 2 nights, 3 travel days
Maximum per diem for this trip
$396
Lodging
$226
Meals and incidentals (M&IE)
$170
First report free: log real expenses next to your per diem and export a PDF or Excel expense report.
Day-by-day breakdown
| Date | Lodging | M&IE | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | $113 | $51 | First day, 75% M&IE |
| Tue, Nov 10, 2026 | $113 | $68 | Full day, 100% M&IE |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | none | $51 | Last day, 75% M&IE |
| Total | $226 | $170 |
Lodging is the maximum nightly rate for the season that covers each night, not a flat allowance for hotel receipts. M&IE here is $68 per day at Ohio (standard rate): breakfast $16, lunch $19, dinner $28, incidentals $5; first and last day $51.
Ohio per diem FAQ
What is the per diem rate in Ohio for 2026?
For fiscal year 2027 (Oct 1, 2026 to Sep 30, 2027) the standard GSA per diem in Ohio is $113 per night for lodging plus $68 per day for meals and incidentals (M&IE), $181 per day. 6 Ohio locations have a higher listed rate, up to $174 per night in Sandusky.
Which Ohio city has the highest per diem?
Sandusky (Erie) has the highest listed lodging rate in Ohio: $174 per night from Jun 1 to Aug 31, with $68 per day for M&IE. The highest M&IE in the state is $86 per day in Cincinnati.
How much is per diem for a 3-day trip to Sandusky?
A trip with 2 nights and 3 travel days at Sandusky, OH comes to at most $518: lodging 2 x $174 = $348 (the highest seasonal rate; other months are lower), plus M&IE of $68 for the middle day and $51 (75%) for the first and last day. Use the calculator above for exact dates.
Do private employers have to use GSA per diem rates?
No. GSA rates are written for federal travelers; many private employers use them as a benchmark, and your employer's policy decides what applies to you.
Data: GSA FY2027 per diem rates, effective Oct 1, 2026 (public domain; source gsa.gov). Last checked Sat, Oct 31, 2026. Easy Trip Expenses is not affiliated with the GSA. Results are the maximum allowance, not a guarantee of what your employer pays.