Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Alabama
In Alabama, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $39.55 an hour ($82,260 a year). About 2,510 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Alabama ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Alabama
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.75 | $51,480 |
| 25% of workers | $30.31 | $63,040 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.55 | $82,260 |
| 75% of workers | $49.24 | $102,420 |
| 90% of workers | $60.47 | $125,780 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Alabama metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsville | $94,570 | 260 |
| Birmingham | $87,920 | 630 |
| Mobile | $85,600 | 260 |
| Daphne-Fairhope-Foley | $83,410 | 50 |
| Montgomery | $82,260 | 160 |
| Florence-Muscle Shoals | $79,990 | 50 |
| Tuscaloosa | $79,550 | 120 |
| Decatur | $78,420 | 100 |
| Auburn-Opelika | $78,190 | 70 |
| Anniston-Oxford | $77,740 | 60 |
| Dothan | $77,350 | 50 |
| Gadsden | $76,270 | 40 |
Alabama unemployment rate: 3.4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for occupational health and safety specialists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +18.5% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Alabama
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $55,010 |
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