Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Southwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $64,550 -23.1% vs national
Median hourly $31.03
10th percentile $41,740
90th percentile $107,900
Employed locally 80
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $41,740
    25th
    $50,570
    50th (median)
    $64,550
    75th
    $87,060
    90th
    $107,900

    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 Southwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Chemical Technicians$57,710
    Foresters$63,120
    Chemists$104,620
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$80,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Southwest Alabama is $31.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $60.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Southwest Alabama is 23.1% 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 Southwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $41,740 per year in Southwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,570.