Occupational Health and Safety Specialists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $82,700 -1.4% vs national
Median hourly $39.76
10th percentile $55,670
90th percentile $110,550
Employed locally 150
National median $83,910

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $55,670
    25th
    $67,620
    50th (median)
    $82,700
    75th
    $101,500
    90th
    $110,550

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $77,150
    Conservation Scientists $45,600
    Chemical Technicians $38,160
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $50,600
    Chemists $49,840
    School Psychologists $85,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Specialists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $39.76, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $63.88 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Specialists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 1.4% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $55,670 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $67,620.