Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Eastern Washington

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

Median annual salary $87,050 +3.7% vs national
Median hourly $41.85
10th percentile $59,450
90th percentile $127,840
Employed locally 90
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,450
    25th
    $75,190
    50th (median)
    $87,050
    75th
    $103,420
    90th
    $127,840

    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 Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$54,310
    Biological Technicians$49,520
    Agricultural Technicians$46,710
    Soil and Plant Scientists$72,940
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists$80,100
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$76,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Eastern Washington is $41.85, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $66.84 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Eastern Washington is 3.7% 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 Eastern Washington?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $59,450 per year in Eastern Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $75,190.