Occupational Health and Safety Technicians Salary in Southeast Missouri

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

Median annual salary $45,410 -22.3% vs national
Median hourly $21.83
10th percentile $34,790
90th percentile $70,080
Employed locally 30
National median $58,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,790
    25th
    $45,360
    50th (median)
    $45,410
    75th
    $56,440
    90th
    $70,080

    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 Southeast Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$73,710
    Clinical and Counseling Psychologists$64,790
    Forest and Conservation Technicians$56,440
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$52,400
    Biological Scientists, All Other$75,560
    Conservation Scientists$70,250

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians in Southeast Missouri is $21.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.69 or more per hour.

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

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salary in Southeast Missouri is 22.3% 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 Southeast Missouri?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $34,790 per year in Southeast Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $45,360.