Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $40.25 an hour ($83,730 a year). About 2,480 people work in this job there.
That is 7% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.58 | $49,040 |
| 25% of workers | $32.77 | $68,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.25 | $83,730 |
| 75% of workers | $51.16 | $106,420 |
| 90% of workers | $62.08 | $129,120 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Paducah | $91,740 | 80 |
| Elizabethtown | $88,610 | 70 |
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $88,270 | 700 |
| Bowling Green | $84,730 | 80 |
| Owensboro | $82,880 | 40 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $79,950 | 270 |
Kentucky unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $61,120 |
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