Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Northeast Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $90,430 +7.8% vs national
Median hourly $43.48
10th percentile $71,490
90th percentile $118,890
Employed locally 40
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $71,490
    25th
    $79,930
    50th (median)
    $90,430
    75th
    $104,900
    90th
    $118,890

    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 Northeast Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Forest and Conservation Technicians $65,670
    Conservation Scientists $67,250
    Foresters $73,440
    Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $51,810
    Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $75,590
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $93,640

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Northeast Minnesota is $43.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $57.16 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Northeast Minnesota is 7.8% 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 Northeast Minnesota?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $71,490 per year in Northeast Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $79,930.