Occupational Health and Safety Technicians Salary in Southwest New York

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest New York nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,290 +18.6% vs national
Median hourly $33.31
10th percentile $47,660
90th percentile $93,530
Employed locally 40
National median $58,440

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,660
    25th
    $56,420
    50th (median)
    $69,290
    75th
    $70,230
    90th
    $93,530

    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 Southwest New York

    OccupationMedian salary
    Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other$62,030
    Biological Technicians$47,660
    Occupational Health and Safety Specialists$81,360
    School Psychologists$73,330
    Biological Scientists, All Other$78,170
    Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists$122,220

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Occupational Health and Safety Technicians make per hour in Southwest New York?

    The median hourly wage for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians in Southwest New York is $33.31, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $50.35 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest New York above or below average for Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salaries?

    The median Occupational Health and Safety Technicians salary in Southwest New York is 18.6% 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 Southwest New York?

    Entry-level Occupational Health and Safety Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $47,660 per year in Southwest New York. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $56,420.