Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,830 -32.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.32
10th percentile $37,700
90th percentile $103,400
Employed locally 250
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,700
    25th
    $41,680
    50th (median)
    $56,830
    75th
    $92,750
    90th
    $103,400

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,310
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$75,520
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians$60,080
    Conservation Scientists$72,510
    Food Science Technicians$43,990
    School Psychologists$103,900

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Specialists make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Eastern New Mexico is $27.32, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $54.40 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Eastern New Mexico is 32.3% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $37,700 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,680.