Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Central Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $79,260 -5.5% vs national
Median hourly $38.11
10th percentile $56,330
90th percentile $109,210
Employed locally 140
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,330
    25th
    $62,370
    50th (median)
    $79,260
    75th
    $99,170
    90th
    $109,210

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Food Science Technicians $50,040
    Conservation Scientists $74,960
    School Psychologists $76,040
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $48,930
    Chemists $68,420
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $75,980

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Specialists make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in South Central Wisconsin is $38.11, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $64.51 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 5.5% 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $56,330 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,370.