Occupational Health and Safety Technicians Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $60,660 +3.8% vs national
Median hourly $29.16
10th percentile $47,740
90th percentile $80,740
Employed locally 30
National median $58,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,740
    25th
    $60,660
    50th (median)
    $60,660
    75th
    $66,680
    90th
    $80,740

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Biological Technicians$57,140
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,190
    Chemists$76,630
    Biological Scientists, All Other$74,800
    Conservation Scientists$45,600
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$78,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Technicians make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $29.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.82 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 3.8% above 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $47,740 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $60,660.