Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Central Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $79,330 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $38.14
10th percentile $34,280
90th percentile $104,890
Employed locally 80
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,280
    25th
    $59,550
    50th (median)
    $79,330
    75th
    $99,950
    90th
    $104,890

    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 Central Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Foresters$79,580
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other$84,640
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$65,960
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$57,320

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Central Louisiana is $38.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $53.14 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Central Louisiana is 5.5% below 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 Central Louisiana?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $34,280 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $59,550.