Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $93,030 +10.9% vs national
Median hourly $44.73
10th percentile $61,360
90th percentile $106,210
Employed locally 90
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $61,360
    25th
    $77,090
    50th (median)
    $93,030
    75th
    $100,900
    90th
    $106,210

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists$40,490
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$44,580
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health$81,240
    Agricultural Technicians$51,600
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$85,030
    Biological Technicians$44,270

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Southwest Minnesota is $44.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $58.20 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Southwest Minnesota is 10.9% 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $61,360 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $77,090.