Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for occupational health and safety specialists is $39.03 an hour ($81,190 a year). About 2,690 people work in this job there.
That is 10% lower than the U.S. median ($90,150). Tennessee ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for occupational health and safety specialists in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.64 | $47,080 |
| 25% of workers | $28.84 | $59,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $39.03 | $81,190 |
| 75% of workers | $47.63 | $99,060 |
| 90% of workers | $57.33 | $119,250 |
Occupational Health and Safety Specialists pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsport-Bristol | $83,740 | 160 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $83,410 | 810 |
| Memphis | $81,990 | 410 |
| Johnson City | $79,000 | 80 |
| Jackson | $78,460 | 70 |
| Knoxville | $78,110 | 470 |
| Morristown | $77,370 | 40 |
| Chattanooga | $74,470 | 230 |
| Clarksville | $74,430 | 140 |
| Cleveland | $70,400 | 40 |
Tennessee 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)
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