Occupational Health and Safety Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $56,380 -3.5% vs national
Median hourly $27.10
10th percentile $45,200
90th percentile $102,220
Employed locally 110
National median $58,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,200
    25th
    $51,020
    50th (median)
    $56,380
    75th
    $77,560
    90th
    $102,220

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Soil and Plant Scientists$100,490
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$80,970
    School Psychologists$73,400
    Agricultural Technicians$46,040
    Chemists$75,580
    Psychologists, All Other$63,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Technicians make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $27.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.07 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 3.5% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $45,200 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,020.