Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $97,160 +15.8% vs national
Median hourly $46.71
10th percentile $59,420
90th percentile $139,140
Employed locally 110
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,420
    25th
    $70,450
    50th (median)
    $97,160
    75th
    $110,460
    90th
    $139,140

    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

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    Conservation Scientists$74,960
    Biological Scientists, All Other$79,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Northwest Colorado is $46.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $69.37 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Northwest Colorado is 15.8% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $59,420 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $70,450.