SOC 19-5012 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians is $58,448 per year ($28.10/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $49,525 and $74,818 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $94,661 per year. There are approximately 31,450 occupational health and safety technicians employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.50 | $40,560 |
| P25 | $23.81 | $49,525 |
| P50MEDIAN | $28.10 | $58,448 |
| P75 | $35.97 | $74,818 |
| P90 | $45.51 | $94,661 |
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 Technicians is $58,448 per year ($28.10/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $49,525 and $74,818 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians is $94,661 per year ($45.51/hr). The 75th percentile is $74,818 per year.
Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn approximately $40,560 per year ($19.50/hr). The 25th percentile is $49,525 per year.
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