Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $89,980 +7.2% vs national
Median hourly $43.26
10th percentile $43,770
90th percentile $158,710
Employed locally 170
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,770
    25th
    $73,670
    50th (median)
    $89,980
    75th
    $120,110
    90th
    $158,710

    Top-paying metros for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $132,230
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $125,600
    District of Columbia $115,710
    Niles, MI $113,680
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $113,120
    Lawrence, KS $109,740

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$87,660
    Biological Technicians$53,410
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$90,960
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$53,140
    Biological Scientists, All Other$101,500
    Urban and Regional Planners$57,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Specialists make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Alaska is $43.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $80.84 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Alaska is 7.2% above the national median of $83,910. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Alaska?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $43,770 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $73,670.