Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Eastern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $81,240 -3.2% vs national
Median hourly $39.06
10th percentile $51,530
90th percentile $121,200
Employed locally 180
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,530
    25th
    $65,930
    50th (median)
    $81,240
    75th
    $101,610
    90th
    $121,200

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians $56,460
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $88,280
    Chemists $77,760
    Conservation Scientists $60,780
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $44,400
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $56,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Eastern Ohio is $39.06, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.56 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Eastern Ohio is 3.2% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $51,530 per year in Eastern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,930.