Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $78,250 -6.7% vs national
Median hourly $37.62
10th percentile $45,760
90th percentile $116,710
Employed locally 40
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,760
    25th
    $50,250
    50th (median)
    $78,250
    75th
    $94,250
    90th
    $116,710

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $52,720
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $68,740
    Biological Technicians $46,630
    Conservation Scientists $74,130
    Chemical Technicians $43,350
    Biological Scientists, All Other $77,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Maryland is $37.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $59.93 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Maryland is 6.7% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $45,760 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,250.