Occupational Health and Safety Technicians Salary in Central Missouri

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

Median annual salary $51,600 -11.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.81
10th percentile $51,600
90th percentile $76,230
National median $58,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $51,600
    25th
    $51,600
    50th (median)
    $51,600
    75th
    $51,600
    90th
    $76,230

    Top-paying metros for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Northern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area $107,680
    Balance of Nevada nonmetropolitan area $100,170
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $90,210
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $89,770
    Anchorage, AK $89,490
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $86,190

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $85,330
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $60,010
    Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $66,890
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $58,960
    Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $83,510
    Chemists $69,170

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Technicians make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians in Central Missouri is $24.81, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.65 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salary in Central Missouri is 11.7% below the national median of $58,440. 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 Technicians in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $51,600 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,600.