Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $35.16 an hour ($73,130 a year). About 850 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Arkansas ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.99 | $47,810 |
| 25% of workers | $27.57 | $57,350 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.16 | $73,130 |
| 75% of workers | $46.11 | $95,900 |
| 90% of workers | $54.77 | $113,920 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $78,980 | 140 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $74,490 | 220 |
| Fort Smith | $61,100 | 100 |
| Jonesboro | $55,870 | 30 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (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 Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $50,840 |
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