Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $39.95 an hour ($83,090 a year). About 2,660 people work in this job there.
That is 8% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Missouri ranks 44th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.83 | $43,330 |
| 25% of workers | $30.76 | $63,980 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.95 | $83,090 |
| 75% of workers | $50.32 | $104,670 |
| 90% of workers | $62.55 | $130,110 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $94,010 | 1,160 |
| Kansas City | $92,900 | 850 |
| St. Joseph | $85,620 | 60 |
| Columbia | $80,250 | 70 |
| Springfield | $79,560 | 170 |
| Joplin | $73,580 | 110 |
| Jefferson City | $65,670 | 120 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | $80,420 |
| Compliance Officers | $67,270 |
| Facilities Managers | $100,380 |
| Construction and Building Inspectors | $62,970 |
| Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health | $61,050 |
| Environmental Engineers | $98,170 |
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