Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Southern Ohio

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Ohio nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $71,830 -14.4% vs national
Median hourly $34.53
10th percentile $48,350
90th percentile $119,840
Employed locally 230
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,350
    25th
    $55,690
    50th (median)
    $71,830
    75th
    $98,790
    90th
    $119,840

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,730
    School Psychologists $88,080
    Chemists $78,990
    Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $63,080
    Biological Technicians $40,210
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $107,890

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Southern Ohio is $34.53, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Southern Ohio is 14.4% 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 Southern Ohio?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $48,350 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $55,690.