SOC 19-5011 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists is $83,907 per year ($40.34/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $64,397 and $105,394 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $130,458 per year. There are approximately 128,430 occupational health and safety specialists employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $24.33 | $50,606 |
| P25 | $30.96 | $64,397 |
| P50MEDIAN | $40.34 | $83,907 |
| P75 | $50.67 | $105,394 |
| P90 | $62.72 | $130,458 |
Professional & Business Services was the only sector with openings growth (+64K) in February. Quit rates eased to 2.6%. Active hiring continues for specialized roles, particularly at senior levels.
The national median salary for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists is $83,907 per year ($40.34/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $64,397 and $105,394 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists is $130,458 per year ($62.72/hr). The 75th percentile is $105,394 per year.
Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn approximately $50,606 per year ($24.33/hr). The 25th percentile is $64,397 per year.
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