Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $41.85 an hour ($87,050 a year). About 4,890 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Pennsylvania ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Pennsylvania
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.98 | $60,270 |
| 25% of workers | $34.85 | $72,480 |
| Half of workers (median) | $41.85 | $87,050 |
| 75% of workers | $51.63 | $107,390 |
| 90% of workers | $63.58 | $132,250 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Pennsylvania metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | $93,880 | 120 |
| York-Hanover | $90,100 | 180 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington | $88,090 | 2,210 |
| Lebanon | $88,000 | 30 |
| Pittsburgh | $87,310 | 1,160 |
| Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton | $86,480 | 300 |
| Altoona | $86,260 | 40 |
| Harrisburg-Carlisle | $84,410 | 320 |
| Chambersburg | $82,220 | 60 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre | $82,220 | 180 |
| Lancaster | $81,990 | 200 |
| Erie | $80,980 | 80 |
| State College | $79,540 | 50 |
| Johnstown | $77,810 | 50 |
| Williamsport | $75,320 | 50 |
Pennsylvania unemployment rate: 3.7% (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 Pennsylvania
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Occupational Health and Safety Technicians | $61,640 |
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