Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $79,140 -5.7% vs national
Median hourly $38.05
10th percentile $50,300
90th percentile $111,630
Employed locally 180
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,300
    25th
    $60,700
    50th (median)
    $79,140
    75th
    $101,990
    90th
    $111,630

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $80,600
    Conservation Scientists $45,600
    Chemists $76,930
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $95,760
    Food Science Technicians $53,200
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $62,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Central Pennsylvania is $38.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.00 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 5.7% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $50,300 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,700.